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(ren·koun′tər) noun 1. Obs. A sudden hostile collision, as with an enemy. 2. An unexpected encounter, as of travelers. 3. A contest or debate. —v.t. & v.i. Obs. To meet unexpectedly or by surprise. [<F rencontrer. See RE- and ENCOUNTER.]
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