Meaning of the word parry in English

What does parry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

parry

US /ˈper.i/

UK /ˈpær.i/

ward off (a weapon or attack) with a countermove

Example:

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He was able to parry the blow with his sword.

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The boxer skillfully parried his opponent's punches.

Synonym:

deflect ward off fend off repel block

answer (a question or accusation) evasively

Example:

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She tried to parry the reporter's difficult questions.

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He would often parry criticism with humor.

Synonym:

evade avoid sidestep dodge fudge

an act of parrying something

Example:

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His quick parry saved him from a serious injury.

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The debate was full of sharp questions and clever parries.

Synonym:

deflection warding off repulsion block