vibex

/ˈvaɪbɛks/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of medieval horseman’s pickaxe used to cleave armor.

“In the reenactment, he used a vibex to pry apart the knight’s armor.”

2. verb

To pierce or cleave armor with a vibex.

“The blacksmith’s apprentice learned to vibex the armor to create an opening for the sword.”

Synonyms

  • pickaxe
  • pike

Antonyms

  • hammer