Definition of Monomachy. Meaning of Monomachy. Synonyms of Monomachy

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Definition of Monomachy

Monomachy
Monomachia Mon`o*ma"chi*a, Monomachy Mo*nom"a*chy, n. [L. monomachia, Gr. ?, fr. ? fighting in single combat; ? single, alone + ? to fight.] A duel; single combat. ``The duello or monomachia.' --Sir W. Scott.

Meaning of Monomachy from wikipedia

- A duel is an arranged engagement in combat between two people with matched weapons. During the 17th and 18th centuries (and earlier), duels were mostly...
- frenetic and articulated, particularly when compared to sculptures of monomachy. The sculpture's sense of movement is accentuated by its high relief....