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face–off
noun \ˈfās-ˌȯf\
ice hockey : a method of beginning play by dropping the puck between two players
: a meeting of opponents : a conflict or fight
Full Definition of FACE-OFF
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: a method of beginning play (as in hockey or lacrosse) in which two opponents face each other and attempt to gain control of a puck or ball dropped or placed between them
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First Known Use of FACE-OFF
1896
Related to FACE-OFF
- Synonyms
- ball game, battle, combat, competition, conflict, confrontation, contention, dogfight, duel, face-off, grapple, match, rivalry, strife, struggle, sweepstakes (also sweep-stake), tug-of-war, war, warfare
FACE-OFF Defined for Kids
face–off
noun \ˈfās-ˌȯf\
Definition of FACE-OFF for Kids
1
: a method of beginning play (as in hockey or lacrosse) in which the puck or ball is dropped between two opposing players
2
: a clashing of forces or ideas <a face-off between enemies>
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