allonge

/ɒˈlɒndʒ/ or /ɔːˈlɒndʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A French term used in fencing to describe a technique where an opponent’s foil or épée is extended past the point of the target area.

“The instructor taught the student the allonge technique, which would give them an advantage in the competition.”

2. verb

To extend or lengthen something, typically the blade of a sword or a foil.

“The fencer allonged her foil to gain a better reach.”

Synonyms

  • extend
  • lengthen

Antonyms

  • shorten