shillelah

/ʃɪˈleɪləʊ, ʃɪˈlɪləʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A wooden club, typically made from a blackthorn branch, used as a weapon in Ireland, especially in the past.

“The Irish rebel was known for wielding a shillelagh during his fight for independence.”

Synonyms

  • club
  • staff

Antonyms

  • knife
  • sword