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Definition sparring partner in British English

sparring partner noun

[countable] noun
/ˈspɑːrɪŋ ˌpɑːtnə(r)/
1

someone who helps a boxer to train for a fight by taking the part of an opponent

Synonyms and related words
arm-wrestling bantamweight bare-knuckle
2

someone who you have regular arguments with, but not in an unfriendly way, especially in politics

Synonyms and related words
bestie BFF wingman
Definition sparring partner in British English