Crossguard
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɹɒsɡɑːd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Crossguard is a noun meaning (swords) A metal bar fixed between, and at right angles to, the blade and the handle of a sword or other bladed weapon that stops an opponent's similar weapon from sliding along the blade and injuring the hand of the person wielding the sword.
Meaning
(swords) A metal bar fixed between, and at right angles to, the blade and the handle of a sword or other bladed weapon that stops an opponent's similar weapon from sliding along the blade and injuring the hand of the person wielding the sword.
Example Sentences
Holonym: hilt
Meronym: quillon (one sense)
Word Forms
- crossguards
Synonyms for crossguard
Depending on context, synonyms include guard, quillon.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include guard, handguard, langet, quillon, passguard, pasguard.
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