sparring Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage
  2. noun making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer
    spar.
  3. verb furnish with spars
    spar.
  4. verb fight with spurs
    spar.
    • the gamecocks were sparring
  5. verb box lightly
    spar.
  6. verb fight verbally
    spar.
    • They were sparring all night

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