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spar [ spaar ]


intransitive verb  (past and past participle sparred, present participle spar·ring, 3rd person present singular spars)
Definition:
 
1. boxing engage in boxing: to box, especially to fake a blow in order to draw an opponent or create an opening

2. boxing use light blows: to engage in a practice or exhibition bout of boxing or martial arts using light blows

3. fight using feet and spurs: to fight using the feet and spurs to strike an opponent ( refers to gamecocks )

4. argue: to engage in argument



noun  (plural spars)
Definition:
 
1. practice bout: a practice or exhibition bout of boxing

2. particular motion in boxing: a motion in boxing for attack or defense

[Late 16th century. Origin ?]
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