Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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parry | Yes | No | Yes | No |
punch | Yes | No | Yes | No |
parry (noun) | punch (noun) |
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a return punch (especially by a boxer) | (boxing) a blow with the fist |
(fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword | a tool for making holes or indentations |
an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl |
parry (verb) | punch (verb) |
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avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) | deliver a quick blow to |
impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) | make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation |
drive forcibly as if by a punch |