v. Obs. [UNDER-1 4 a.] trans. To force up by means of a spar thrust underneath.
1577. Stanyhurst, Descr. Ireland, in Holinshed, I. 14/2. Vndersparring the gates, and bearing vp the dormitorie doore, they stabbed the adulterer.
v. Obs. [UNDER-1 4 a.] trans. To force up by means of a spar thrust underneath.
1577. Stanyhurst, Descr. Ireland, in Holinshed, I. 14/2. Vndersparring the gates, and bearing vp the dormitorie doore, they stabbed the adulterer.
