Parrying dagger

Noun

Definitions

1.NounA medieval dagger usually wielded with the left hand. It was used primarily for parrying and defense, while the other hand held a longer, single handed sword like a rapier. Also known as a main gauche.

Synonyms

main-gauche main gauche baselard flamberge halberd gisarme bearing sword sword hand two-hander passe-garde glair passe garde

🔗 Find words with "parrying dagger" in A2Z Word Finder

The Daily Word NerdA new word, a puzzle, and a fun fact — free in your inbox every morning.

Free forever · unsubscribe anytime · all 14 newsletters

That email did not go through — please check it and try again.