opponent
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noun \ə-ˈpō-nənt\Definition of OPPONENT
1
: one that takes an opposite position (as in a debate, contest, or conflict)
2
: a muscle that opposes or counteracts and limits the action of another
See Examples of OPPONENT
- She is a formidable opponent in the race for senator.
- The team's opponents have not lost a game this season.
- He knocked out his opponent in the third round.
Origin of OPPONENT
Latin opponent-, opponens, present participle of opponere
First Known Use: 1560
2opponent
adjectiveDefinition of OPPONENT
1
2
: situated in front
First Known Use of OPPONENT
1647
op·po·nent
noun \ə-ˈpō-nənt\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of OPPONENT
: a muscle that opposes or counteracts and limits the action of another
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