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AFFAIRE D'HONNEUR

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Affaire D'honneur.

Affaire D'honneur - as a noun

A prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
duel

Example Sentences

"In the 18th century, an affaire d'honneur was considered a solemn way to settle disputes."
"The two gentlemen engaged in an affaire d'honneur to defend their honor."
"He challenged his opponent to an affaire d'honneur to avenge the insult."
"The affaire d'honneur resulted in a duel between the two rivals."
"The concept of an affaire d'honneur was popularized in French literature."
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