Hyphenation of Parry

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word Parry? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.

Par-ry

Definitions of Parry:

1.
(fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword
2.
A return punch (especially by a boxer)
3.
Impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)
Block an attack
4.
Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
He dodged the issue She skirted the problem They tend to evade their responsibilities He evaded the questions skillfully

Synonyms of Parry:

noun counterpunch, counter, punch, clout, poke, lick, biff
verb block, deflect, fence
verb hedge, fudge, evade, put off, circumvent, elude, skirt, dodge, duck, sidestep, avoid

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