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    PARRY

    (noun, verb)
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    Definitions

    There are 4 meanings of the word Parry.

    Parry - as a noun

    (fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword

    A return punch (especially by a boxer)

    Synonyms (Exact Relations)
    counter9counterpunch21

    Parry - as a verb

    Impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)

    Example: "Block an attack"

    Synonyms (Exact Relations)
    block13deflect13

    Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

    Example: "He dodged the issue"

    Synonyms (Exact Relations)
    circumvent19dodge8duck11elude6evade9fudge10hedge10put offsidestep11skirt9
    Hypernyms (Closely Related)
    avoid9
    Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
    beg6quibble20

    Example Sentences

    "He used a parry to deflect his opponent's attack."
    "The fencer's parry was quick and precise."
    "Her parry was successful in blocking the opponent's strike."
    "The knight's parry prevented the enemy's sword from landing."
    "The boxer's parry protected him from his opponent's punch."
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    Word Game Points

    Is PARRY a valid Scrabble word?
    Yes, parry is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
    US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

    PARRY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

    Is PARRY a valid Words With Friends word?
    Yes, parry is valid for Words With Friends
    Valid Word
    PARRY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

    Is PARRY a valid WordFeud word?
    Yes, parry is valid for WordFeud
    Valid Word
    PARRY has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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    Word Variations & Relations

    Anagrams of PARRY
    Starts PStarts PAStarts PARStarts PARR
    Ends YEnds RYEnds RRYEnds ARRY
    Starts P & ends YStarts PA & ends YStarts P & ends RY
    Words containing PARRYContaining P,A,R,R,Y

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    Words
    prayer11sparry11
    Phrases
    pry bar
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