Sparring

//ˈspɑːɹɪŋ//

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Noun

Verb

The word "sparring" can be used as noun and verb.

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Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

arguing argument boxing contention contestation controversy disceptation disputation fisticuffs pugilism tilt

Type Of (IsA)

controversy equipping

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