sparring

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(spar-ring) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. 1 to box especially with light blows; 2 fight verbally;
noun. 1 an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage; 2 making the motions of attack

Example Sentence

The boxer broke his nose while sparring.

Synonyms

box; fight; argue

Antonyms

agree

Rhymes

  • barring
  • charring
  • jarring
  • marring
  • scarring
  • sparring
  • starring
  • tarring