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- Dictionaryparley/ˈpɑːli/
noun
- 1. a conference between opposing sides in a dispute, especially a discussion of terms for an armistice: "a parley is in progress and the invaders may withdraw"
verb
- 1. hold a conference with the opposing side to discuss terms: "they disagreed over whether to parley with the enemy"
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PARLEY definition: 1. a discussion between two groups of people, especially one that is intended to end an argument 2…. Learn more.
1. a. : a conference for discussion of points in dispute. b. : a conference with an enemy. 2. : discussion. Synonyms. Verb. advise. confabulate. confer.
PARLEY meaning: 1. a discussion between two groups of people, especially one that is intended to end an argument 2…. Learn more.
Parley definition: a discussion or conference.. See examples of PARLEY used in a sentence.
A formal discussion between enemies or opponents is called a parley. A British drummer called for a parley between the British and American armies in 1781, and officers from both sides then discussed the terms of Britain's surrender.
Jun 15, 2024 · parley (third-person singular simple present parleys, present participle parleying, simple past and past participle parleyed) ( intransitive) To have a discussion, especially one between enemies .
When two opposing people or groups parley, they meet to discuss something in order to come to an agreement. [ humorous , or informal ] ...a place where we meet and parley.
Definition of parley noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
A discussion or conference, especially one between enemies over terms of truce or other matters. intr.v. par·leyed, par·ley·ing, par·leys. To have a discussion, especially with an enemy.
Definition of parley verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
