warfare

/ˈwɔrˌfɛr/
noun
  1. The activity of fighting a war, especially using weapons or military force.
    • The general studied the history of naval warfare to prepare for the upcoming conflict.
    • Civilians are the ones who suffer most during prolonged warfare.
    • Modern warfare often involves drones and cyber attacks in addition to traditional ground battles.
  2. A sustained and bitter struggle or conflict between groups, not necessarily military.
    • The neighborhood was torn apart by constant warfare between rival gangs.
    • The two companies engaged in a price warfare that hurt both their profits.
    • Political warfare between the parties made it impossible to pass any laws.
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