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Parry , v. t. [imp. & p. p. Parried ; p. pr. & vb. n. Parrying.] [F. paré, p. p. of parer. See Pare, v. t.]1913 Webster
- To ward off; to stop, or to turn aside; as, to parry a thrust, a blow, or anything that means or threatens harm.Locke.1913 Webster
Vice parries wide
The undreaded volley with a sword of straw.Cowper.1913 Webster - To avoid; to shift or put off; to evade.1913 Webster
The French government has parried the payment of our claims.
E. Everett.1913 Webster
- To ward off; to stop, or to turn aside; as, to parry a thrust, a blow, or anything that means or threatens harm.