sparring
1. an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage • Derivationally related forms: spar • Hypernyms: controversy, contention, contestation, disputation, disceptation, tilt, argument, arguing 2. making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer • Syn: spar • Derivationally related forms: spar • Hypernyms: boxing, pugilism, fisticuffs
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