What is "parry" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "parry": (fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword

Noun

Meaning of "parry": impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)

Verb

Meaning of "parry": a return punch (especially by a boxer)

Noun

Meaning of "parry": avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

Verb

Synonyms:

dodge, resist, rebuff, rebuke, fence, repulse, prevent, forestall, avoid, sidestep, anticipate, evade, elude, repel, deflect, bypass, duck, shun, shirk, preclude, block, fend off, stave off, en garde, hold at bay,

Antonyms:

confront, attract, encounter, face, meet, allow, let go, take on, deal with,