face-off

/ˈfeɪsˌɑf/noun
High School
1

A confrontation or argument between two people or groups.

2

The start of play, when two players try to get control of the puck dropped by the referee.

3

The start of play, when two players attempt to get possession of a ball placed on the ground between them by the referee.

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