épée

/epe/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of sword with a slender blade and a sharp point, typically used in the sport of fencing.

“The fencer expertly wielded her épée during the tournament.”

2. noun

a French term for a long, thin sword, often used in historical or poetic contexts.

“In the novel, the protagonist carried an épée into battle.”

Synonyms

  • fencing sword
  • sword

Antonyms

  • battle-axe
  • dagger