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Gisarme

Description

A gisarme is a type of polearm weapon with a long shaft and a curved blade. It was commonly used in medieval warfare for thrusting, hooking, and slashing attacks. The gisarme is characterized by its versatile design and effectiveness in close-quarters combat.

Senses

1. Noun (Weapon): A long-handled weapon with a curved blade used in medieval warfare, featuring a thrusting point, a hook, and a cutting edge.
2. Noun (Tool): In modern usage, a gisarme refers to a pruning tool with a long handle and a curved blade, specially designed for trimming branches or vegetation.

Usages

Sense 1: Noun (Weapon)

Example Sentence: The medieval knight skillfully wielded his gisarme, sweeping the blade through the enemy's defense.

Related Products: Medieval Polearm Weapons

Sense 2: Noun (Tool)

Example Sentence: The gardener used a gisarme to prune the overgrown branches of the fruit trees.

Related Products: Pruning Tools