Definitions

1. noun

a discussion, often formal, on a particular topic or issue, in which people express their different opinions

“The politicians engaged in a heated debate about the economic policy.”

2. verb

to discuss or argue about something in a formal way, often with the intention of reaching a conclusion or making a decision

“The committee debated the proposal and eventually voted in favor of it.”

3. verb

to express or argue for a particular opinion or point of view

“She debated the merits of the new product in her blog.”