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\ ˈfyüd 
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\Definition of feud
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate sense 2) especially : blood feud Because of a family feud, they did not see each other for a decade.
feud
noun (2)Definition of feud (Entry 2 of 2)
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feud
noun\ ˈfyüd \
\Kids Definition of feud
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a long bitter quarrel between two people, families, or groups
feud
verbfeuded; feuding
Kids Definition of feud (Entry 2 of 2)
: to carry on a long bitter quarrel
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