maquahuitl

/mɑːkwɑːˈwitl/

Definitions

1. noun

A traditional Aztec club or bludgeon, typically made of wood or stone, used for ceremonial and battle purposes.

“The Aztec warrior wielded the maquahuitl with deadly precision in the battle against the Spanish conquistadors.”

Synonyms

  • bludgeon
  • war club

Antonyms

  • finesse tool
  • precision instrument