ATA-4, ATAPI-4, and ATA/ATAPI-4. ATA-4 is a standard approved by ANSI in 1998 under document NCITS 317-1998.TA-4, ATAPI-4, and ATA/ATAPI-4. ATA-4 is a standard approved by ANSI in 1998 under document NCITS 317-1998.
Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  debate(Noun) Strife, discord. 2  debate(Noun) An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision. After a four-hour debate, the committee voted to table the motion. debate(Noun) An informal and spirited but generally civil discussion of opposing views.
Forensic speech is the study and practice of public speaking and debate, according to the American Forensic Association. School and college contests are patterned after ancient Greek competitions at public forums.