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Meaning of monomachy | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
məˈnɒməki

Definitions

A fight or other contest between two people or forces; a duel; single combat.

archaic

Examples

“He that shall observe⟳ […] so much emulation, envy, so many brawls, quarrels, monomachies, etc., may well require⟳ what is become⟳ of charity?”
“Wherefore we most heartily provoke, challenge⟳, and defy your Lordship to the said combat and monomachy […]”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Monomak monomaleate monomane monomania monomaniac monomaniæ

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