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fleuret

fleuret

9.9
A light fencing sword with a thin flexible blade used in sport
  • noun
  • /flɜːˈrɛt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : florete
  • The fencer picked up her fleuret before the match.

Examples

  • She bought a new fleuret before joining the university fencing club.

  • During the tournament, he skillfully defended himself with his fleuret against a tough opponent.

  • The coach handed her a fleuret and explained the basic rules of fencing.

  • He practices with a fleuret every week.

  • The fencer practiced his technique with a fleuret during the training session.

  • She received a new fleuret for her birthday, perfect for her upcoming competitions.

  • In the sport of fencing, a fleuret is often used for practice because of its lightweight design.

Synonyms

foil
vsfleuret
  • Specialized
3 6.5

A light thin sword with a blunt tip used in fencing

has the same meaning but is the French term for it
fencing sword
vsfleuret
1 4.2

A light, blunt metal weapon used for sport fighting with protective gear

is the more specific term referring to the same weapon

Surface Forms

fleuret singular
fleurets plural

Etymology

Fleuret comes from a French word that meant 'little flower', like floret. A helpful image is the sword's thin, delicate tip like a small flower petal, which is why fleuret names the light practice sword, also called a foil.