Combat
Combat (kɒmbæt)
Combat (pronounced kɒmbæt) is a term that refers to a fight, struggle, or controversy, between two or more parties intended to establish dominance over one another. The term is often used in the context of war or military operations, but can also be applied to any situation where there is conflict, such as in politics, business, or sports.
Etymology
The term "combat" originates from the Late Middle English (in the sense ‘fight with’): from French combattre, from Latin combattere, from com- ‘together’ + battere ‘to fight’.
Related Terms
- Battle: A large-scale combat between two or more groups.
- Skirmish: A minor fight or battle that is short in duration.
- Conflict: A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
- Warfare: The activity of fighting a war, typically involving the armed forces.
- Martial Arts: Various sports or skills, mainly of Japanese origin, that originated as forms of self-defense or attack, such as judo, karate, and kendo.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Combat
- Wikipedia's article - Combat
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