duellist

duellist
Duelist Du"el*ist, n. [F. duelliste.] One who fights in single combat. [Written also {duellist}.] [1913 Webster]

A duelist . . . always values himself upon his courage, his sense of honor, his fidelity and friendship. --Hume. [1913 Webster] ||


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