English noun: sparring | |||
1. | sparring (communication) an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage | ||
Broader (hypernym) | arguing, argument, contention, contestation, controversy, disceptation, disputation, tilt | ||
2. | sparring (act) making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer | ||
Synonyms | spar | ||
Broader (hypernym) | boxing, fisticuffs, pugilism | ||