Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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sparring | Yes | No | No | No |
pugilism | Yes | No | No | No |
sparring (noun) | pugilism (noun) |
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making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer | fighting with the fists |
an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage |