spar

(noun, verb)

noun

1. any of various nonmetallic minerals (calcite or feldspar) that are light in color and transparent or translucent and cleavable

Definition categories: substance, mineral

2. a stout rounded pole of wood or metal used to support rigging

Definition categories: man–made, pole

3. making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer

Similar word(s): sparring

Definition categories: act, boxing, fisticuffs, pugilism

verb

1. furnish with spars

Definition categories: possession, equip, fit, outfit

2. fight with spurs

- the gamecocks were sparring

Definition categories: contact, contend, fight, struggle

3. box lightly

Definition categories: contact, box

4. fight verbally

- They were sparring all night

Definition categories: communication, argue, contend, debate, fence