This is the 2797th most frequent Russian word.
поединок
A duel or fight.
The word "поединок" in this context refers to a physical confrontation or match, specifically in sports, like boxing.
Сегодня вечером поединок боксеров будет транслироваться по телевидению.
This evening, the boxing match will be broadcast on television.
Here, "поединок" is used metaphorically to describe a dramatic conflict or confrontation.
Поединок между героем и злодеем стал кульминацией фильма.
The duel between the hero and the villain became the climax of the movie.
In this sentence, "поединок" refers to a competitive intellectual game, emphasizing its adaptability to non-physical contexts.