1. plural of duelling; instances or acts of fighting between two people with weapons, especially swords, to settle a dispute or defend honor
Usage: chiefly British spelling (American: 'duelings'); historical context; duelling is now illegal in most countries

Examples

• The novel describes several duellings between rival noblemen in 18th-century France.
• Historical records document numerous duellings fought over matters of honor.
• Duellings were once common among aristocrats but are now prohibited by law.
• The museum exhibit featured weapons used in famous duellings throughout European history.
• Many duellings ended in serious injury or death.