parer

Definitions of parer
  1. verb
    impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)
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    type of:
    escrimer
    fight with fencing swords
  2. verb
    cut small bits or pare shavings from
    synonyms: amenuiser
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    type of:
    couper
    separate with or as if with an instrument
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