a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
"the argument over foreign aid goes on and on" the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote) argue with one another
"We debated the question of abortion"
"John debated Mary" think about carefully
weigh
"They considered the possibility of a strike"
"Turn the proposal over in your mind" discuss the pros and cons of an issue have an argument about something
Debate Central
A large wealth of information on collegiate and high school policy debate. There is also some information on parliamentary debate and other forms of debate. http://debate.uvm.edu/
The Muslim-Christian Debate
Designed to encourage mutual discussion and to give Muslims an opportunity to discover the truth about Christianity. Articles, links, and debate mailing list. http://debate.org.uk/
