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sparring

DEFINITIONS OF: sparring

1

n making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer

Synonyms:
spar
Type of:
boxing, fisticuffs, pugilism
fighting with the fists

n an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage

Type of:
arguing, argument, contention, contestation, controversy, disceptation, disputation, tilt
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
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