face-off

English

/ˈfeɪsˌɑf/

noun
Definitions
  • A confrontation or argument between two people or groups
  • (ice hockey) The start of play, when two players try to get control of the puck dropped by the referee

Etymology

Compound from English face (figure, form, shape) + English off (first element of noun).

Origin

English

off

Gloss

first element of noun

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