/lists/ , n. ( used with a sing. or pl. v. )
1. an enclosed arena for a tilting contest.
2. the barriers enclosing this arena.
3. any place or scene of combat, competition, controversy, etc.
4. enter the lists , to involve oneself in a conflict or contest: to enter the lists against the protective tariff.
[ 1350-1400; ME listes, pl. of liste LIST 2 ]