Definitions

1. noun

a long, thin, usually straight branch or stick, especially one used as a weapon, as a fisherman’s gaff, or in a boxing match.

“He used a large spar to rescue the stranded sailor.”

2. verb

to hit or fight with the fists, or to engage in a boxing match.

“The two boxers began to spar in the ring, testing each other’s skills.”

3. verb

to make or become narrower at the middle, or to be irregularly shaped.

“The tree trunk began to spar as it grew older and weathered.”

4. verb

to provide or be provided with spars for a ship or boat.

“The shipyard workers spars the new vessel to prepare it for the sea.”

5. verb

to provide spars for a sail or mast.

“The sailor spars the sail to prepare it for the strong winds.”