noun
- a person who parries; one who deflects or wards off a blow, attack, or question
Usage: often used in fencing or combat contexts; can also refer to someone who deflects criticism or difficult questions
Examples
- The skilled parrier blocked every thrust from his opponent's sword.
- She was an expert parrier of difficult interview questions.
- A good parrier in fencing knows when to defend and when to counterattack.
- He became known as a clever parrier of criticism from the media.