Definition: to fend off, prepare for; to dress, deck out, embellish

L'armée a paré l'attaque de l'ennemi - The army fended off the enemy's attack

Il se pare toujours pour les cas d'urgences - He always prepares for emergencies

La mariée était parée de ses plus beaux bijoux - The bride was adorned with her most beautiful jewels

Related: paré (adj) - ready

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Pronunciation: [pah ray]