Epee: meaning, definitions and examples
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epee
[ e-peɪ ]
fencing
A fencing sword characterized by a v-shaped blade and a large guard that protects the hand.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The fencer used an epee in the competition.
- She practiced her epee skills for hours every day.
- The epee is one of the three weapons used in modern fencing.
Translations
Translations of the word "epee" in other languages:
🇵🇹 espada
🇮🇳 एपे (तलवारबाज़ी)
🇩🇪 Degen
🇮🇩 pedang
🇺🇦 шпага
🇵🇱 szpada
🇯🇵 エペ (フェンシング)
🇫🇷 épée
🇪🇸 espada
🇹🇷 kılıç
🇰🇷 에페 (펜싱)
🇸🇦 سيف المبارزة
🇨🇿 šavle
🇸🇰 šabľa
🇨🇳 重剑 (击剑)
🇸🇮 meč
🇮🇸 svíða
🇰🇿 семсер
🇬🇪 საპარი
🇦🇿 qılınc
🇲🇽 espada
Word origin
The word 'epee' originates from French and means 'sword'. It has been used in fencing as a term for a specific type of sword since the 19th century. The epee has evolved over time to become one of the standard weapons used in modern fencing competitions, known for its thrusting techniques and scoring rules.