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rivalry.

An ongoing relationship between (usually two) rivals who compete for superiority.

7 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɹaɪ.vəl.ɹi/UK, US
  1. An ongoing relationship between (usually two) rivals who compete for superiority.

    countable · uncountable
    The Boston Bruins have a longstanding rivalry with the Montreal Canadiens.
    James and Polly have a bitter rivalry due to the latter's inclusion in the Tea Time Teaser.
  2. The characteristic of being a rivalrous good, such that it can be consumed or used by only one person at a time.

    countable · uncountable
    Common goods are those which are rivalrous in consumption but non-excludable
  3. Any competition between two or more things or factors.

    countable · uncountable
    Binocular rivalry is a visual phenomenon in which perception alternates between different images presented to each eye.
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English rival Middle English -re, -ri, -rie, -ry, -rye English -ry English rivalry From rival + -ry.

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