1. an enemy or opponent, especially in war or combat
Usage: somewhat formal or literary; often used in historical or military contexts

Examples

• The general studied his foeman's tactics carefully before the battle.
• In medieval times, knights faced their foemen on the battlefield.
• He regarded his business rival as a worthy foeman.
• The two nations had been foemen for centuries.
• She faced her foeman with courage and determination.
• The hero defeated his foeman in single combat.