DISPUTE (2)

Dis‐pute″, v. t. 1. 1. To make a subject of disputation; to argue pro and con; to discuss.
The rest I reserve it be disputed how the magistrate is to do herein. Milton. 2. 2. To oppose by argument or assertion; to attempt to overthrow; to controvert; to express dissent or opposition to; to call in question; to deny the truth or validity of; as, to dispute assertions or arguments.
To seize goods under the disputed authority of writs of assistance. Bancroft. 3. 3. To strive or contend about; to contest.
To dispute the possession of the ground with the Spaniards. Prescott. 4. 4. To struggle against; to resist.
Dispute it like a man. Shak. Syn. — To controvert; contest; gainsay; doubt; question; argue; debate; discuss; impugn. See Argue.