Definition of Spar
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(n.) An old name for a nonmetallic mineral, usually cleavable and somewhat lustrous; as, calc spar, or calcite, fluor spar, etc. It was especially used in the case of the gangue minerals of a metalliferous vein.
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(v. t.) A general term any round piece of timber used as a mast, yard, boom, or gaff.
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(v. t.) Formerly, a piece of timber, in a general sense; -- still applied locally to rafters.
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(v. t.) The bar of a gate or door.
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(v. t.) To bolt; to bar.
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(v. t.) To To supply or equip with spars, as a vessel.
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(v. i.) To strike with the feet or spurs, as cocks do.
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(v. i.) To use the fists and arms scientifically in attack or defense; to contend or combat with the fists, as for exercise or amusement; to box.
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(v. i.) To contest in words; to wrangle.
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(n.) A contest at sparring or boxing.
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(n.) A movement of offense or defense in boxing.
Antonyms of Spar
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