Definitions
1.nounOrganized, large-scale, armed conflict between countries or between national, ethnic, or other sizeable groups, usually involving the engagement of military forces."The war was largely between Sunni and Shia militants."
2.nounA particular conflict of this kind.
3.noun(by extension) Any conflict, or anything resembling a conflict."You look like you've been through the wars."
4.nounInstruments of war.
5.nounArmed forces.
6.nounA particular card game for two players, notable for having its outcome predetermined by how the cards are dealt.
7.verbTo engage in conflict (may be followed by "with" to specify the foe).
8.verbTo carry on, as a contest; to wage.