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Vocabulary Entry
bout
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A specific period of time spent doing something or a contest or fight.
Example Sentences
"He had a bout of flu last winter."
"The two boxers faced off in a championship bout."
"After a brief bout of laughter, they returned to their serious discussion."
V
verb
To engage in a fight or contest.
Example Sentences
"They decided to bout for the championship title."
"During the play, the actors will bout on stage."
"She trained hard to bout in the final tournament."