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2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Bout \Bout\, n. [A different spelling and application of bought bend.] 1. As much of an action as is performed at one time; a going and returning, as of workmen in reaping, mowing, etc.; a turn; a round. In notes with many a winding bout Of linked sweetness long drawn out --Milton. The prince . . . has taken me in his train, so that I am in no danger of starving for this bout. --Goldsmith. 2. A conflict; contest; attempt; trial; a set-to at anything as a fencing bout; a drinking bout. The gentleman will for his honor's sake, have one bout with you he can not by the duello avoid it --Shak. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: bout n 1: (in sports) a period of play during which one team is on the offensive [syn: {turn}, {round}] 2: a boxing match; "the fight was on television last night" [syn: {fight}] 3: a brief indulgence of your impulses [syn: {spree}, {fling}]
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