archrival

See also: arch-rival and arch rival

English

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Etymology

From arch- +‎ rival.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ɑː(ɹ)t͡ʃˈɹaɪvəl/
  • Rhymes: -aɪvəl

Noun

archrival (plural archrivals)

  1. A chief rival.
    Synonym: archcompetitor
    The New York Yankees are playing their archrival the Boston Red Sox tonight.

Usage notes

  • Generally applied only to rivals who have competed against each other for at least a few years.

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