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spar

UK
/spɑː/
US
/spɑr/
spar over

Translations

sparnoun
spars
pl
UK
/spɑː/
US
/spɑr/
The carpenter used a spar to support the structure.
Плотник использовал рейку для поддержки конструкции.
The spar in the ceiling needed reinforcement.
Балка в потолке нуждалась в усилении.
The ship's spar was damaged during the storm.
Мачта корабля была повреждена во время шторма.
Additional translations
шпиль
брус
Synonyms
skirmish
altercation
brawl
scuffle
fight
sparverb
sparred
Past Simple
sparred
Past Participle
sparring
Gerund
UK
/spɑː/
US
/spɑr/
They spar in the gym every Saturday.
Они спаррингуют в зале каждую субботу.
Additional translations
драться
Synonyms
fence
practice
spar with
duel
box
sparadjective
Used attributively to denote relation to spars, especially in nautical terminology (e.g., spar deck).

Definitions

sparnoun
A thick, strong pole such as is used for a mast or yard on a ship.
The sailors hoisted the sails using the sturdy spar.
A period or bout of sparring, especially in boxing.
The boxers engaged in a friendly spar to practice their techniques.
A type of mineral, typically a crystalline form of a mineral, such as calcite or feldspar.
The geologist examined the spar to determine its mineral composition.
sparverb
To engage in a practice fight or friendly boxing match.
The two boxers decided to spar in the gym to prepare for their upcoming matches.
To argue or debate in a light-hearted or playful manner.
The friends often spar over trivial matters, enjoying the banter more than the argument itself.
sparadjective
Relating to or made of a spar or spars; used before another noun in nautical contexts.
The crew assembled on the spar deck for inspection.
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