Definition of Feud
Feud
feud
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a bitter dispute or quarrel, typically mutual and often lasting over a long period of time;
e.g. He was in the feud with the management of the magazine since they refused to publish his work.
(noun)
a prolonged state of mutual hostility or bitterness between two groups, especially two communities or families, that is characterized by repeated quarrels and assaults in revenge for previous attacks;
e.g. The feud between the two families led to a vicious murder.
(verb)
to engage (or be engaged in) a bitter dispute or quarrel, often prolonged over a period of time;
e.g. She doesn't want to feud with them because she feels they will be useful allies in the future.
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