Synonyms: face-off
Definition: (ice hockey) the method of starting play; a referee drops the puck between two opposing players
Similar words: start, commencement, beginning
Definition: the act of starting something
Usage: he was responsible for the beginning of negotiations
Synonyms: confrontation, showdown, encounter, face-off
Definition: a hostile disagreement face-to-face
Similar words: disagreement
Definition: the speech act of disagreeing or arguing or disputing