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crossguard

/ˈkɹɔsˌɡɑɹd/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 1.38 in modern English

Syllables
cross-guard
IPA
/ˈkɹɔsˌɡɑɹd/
14
Scrabble Score
10
Letters
2
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A metal bar fixed between, and at right angles to, the blade and the handle of a sword or other bladed weapon that stops an opponent's similar weapon from sliding along the blade and injuring the hand of the person wielding the sword.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From cross (adjective) + guard (noun).

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /ˈkɹɔsˌɡɑɹd/
  • British English: /ˈkɹɒsɡɑːd/

Inflected Forms

crossguards (plural)

Frequently Paired Words

grip pommel ricasso

Synonyms

guard quillon

Questions

How do you pronounce crossguard?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈkɹɔsˌɡɑɹd/.
What does crossguard mean?
A metal bar fixed between, and at right angles to, the blade and the handle of a sword or other bladed weapon that stops an opponent's similar weapon from sliding along the blade and injuring the hand of the person wielding the sword.
Where does crossguard come from?
From cross (adjective) + guard (noun).

How to pronounce crossguard

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