ricasso
/riˈkɑːsoʊ/ or /riˈkɑːso/ (UK) /riˈkɑsɔ/ (US)
Definitions
1. noun
The flat end of a rapier or similar sword, used for balance or as a counterweight.
“The swordsmith carefully ground the ricasso to ensure the perfect balance of the rapier.”
/riˈkɑːsoʊ/ or /riˈkɑːso/ (UK) /riˈkɑsɔ/ (US)
1. noun
The flat end of a rapier or similar sword, used for balance or as a counterweight.
“The swordsmith carefully ground the ricasso to ensure the perfect balance of the rapier.”