Debate ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Debate ( noun )

1. A discussion, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
2. A formal contest in which the affirmative and negative sides of a proposition are advocated by opposing speakers.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french debat (noun), debattre (verb), based on latin dis- "apart" + batuere "to beat".

Examples:

1. The debate on the new immigration policy was heated.
2. The debate team is preparing for the next competition.

(As a verb)

Debate ( verb )

1. A discussion, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
2. A formal contest in which the affirmative and negative sides of a proposition are advocated by opposing speakers.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french debat (noun), debattre (verb), based on latin dis- "apart" + batuere "to beat".

Examples:

1. The debate on the new immigration policy was heated.
2. The debate team is preparing for the next competition.