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forte

forte

9.9
The stronger part of a sword blade near the handle
  • noun
  • /ˈfɔrteɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : parte fuerte
  • The craftsman carefully shaped the forte of the blade to enhance its balance.

Examples

  • The forte of the sword allows for powerful defensive moves during combat.

  • The Polveriera Francese is a building located inside Forte Marghera, which has a history stretching back to the early 1800s, where it was built by French forces who occupied the area.

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  • In fencing, a skilled fighter uses the forte to defend against attacks effectively.

Antonyms

foible
  • Specialized
9.9

The weaker part of a sword blade between the middle and the tip

Compounds

forte-piano
  • Specialized
9.9

An early piano from the 18th and early 19th centuries with a lighter, more delicate sound

Surface Forms

forte singular
fortes plural

Etymology

Forte for a sword blade comes from Latin fortis and French fort, which mean 'strong'. It names the 'strong' part of the blade near the hilt, so that part is best for control and defense.