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sparring partner

 

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Noun sparring partner has 1 sense
  1. sparring partner, sparring mate - a boxer who spars with another boxer who is training for an important fight
    --1 is a kind of boxer, pugilist

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Sparring Partner

Definition:

A sparring partner is an individual with whom one practices or engages in mock combat, typically in the context of martial arts or boxing.

Sense 1:

Noun

A person who practices and competes in combat sports together with another person for the purpose of developing and improving their fighting skills.

Example sentence: John found a reliable sparring partner at the local boxing gym.

Sense 2:

Noun

A person who engages in intellectual or verbal exchanges, challenging and pushing another person to develop their skills, ideas, or arguments.

Example sentence: Sarah and Emma are excellent sparring partners when it comes to debating political issues.

Sense 3:

Noun

A person who provides emotional or moral support and engages in friendly, lighthearted banter or teasing.

Example sentence: At work, Mike and Kate became best friends, always there for each other as sparring partners in both good and bad times.

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