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KK Pronunciation

〔 spɑr 〕

Pronunciation

〔 spɑ: 〕


Overview of noun spar

The noun spar has 3 senses


  • spar -- (any of various nonmetallic minerals (calcite or feldspar) that are light in color and transparent or translucent and cleavable)

  • spar -- (a stout rounded pole of wood or metal used to support rigging)

  • spar, sparring -- (making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer)


Overview of verb spar

The verb spar has 4 senses


  • spar -- (furnish with spars)

  • spar -- (fight with spurs; "the gamecocks were sparring")

  • spar -- (box lightly)

  • spar -- (fight verbally; "They were sparring all night")