Duelists

/ˈduːəlɪsts/ noun

Definition

Plural of duelist; multiple people who are skilled at or who practice dueling.

Etymology

The plural form of 'duelist,' created by adding the regular English plural suffix '-s.' This represents the more formal or varied spelling compared to 'duelers.'

Kelly Says

Historical accounts of famous duelists reveal that they were often political or social rivals—the duel was the society's way of settling disputes that couldn't be resolved legally. Reading about specific duelists from the 1700s-1800s is like reading about feuds between celebrities today!

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