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spar

/spɑː/

Meanings
  • noun

    A long, slender rod or pole, typically used as a support or for striking.

    - "The sailor used a spar to support the sail."
    - "The boxer held his spar to train for a fight."
  • verb

    To challenge someone to a fight or contest.

    - "He sparred with his opponent to test his skills."
    - "The two friends spent hours sparring in the park."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with spar
mar , star , bar
Variants
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spar , spars , sparred , sparring , SPAR , SPARs , spar varnish , spar varnishes , Iceland spar , Iceland spars
Etymology
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Old English spær 'pole, rod'. Related to spear.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'spar' is also used in the field of aviation to refer to a long, thin rod used as a support in the construction of wings.

  2. In the sport of fencing, sparring refers to practice sessions where fencers simulate combat in a controlled environment.


Related Concepts
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  1. spear: A long, pointed weapon used for thrusting or throwing.


Culture
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In literature, the term 'spar' is used metaphorically to refer to a challenge or contest. In art, spars have been used as supports for sails and as symbols of strength and resilience.

How to Memorize "spar"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a long, thin rod or pole. Visualize it being used as a support or for striking.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'spar' with the idea of a support or a challenge.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'Spar' stands for 'Support and Parry'.


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