quarte

noun

Meaning

The fourth defensive position, with the sword hand held at chest height, and the tip of the sword at neck height, the palm of the hand facing upwards.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

carte(English)seconde(English)line(English)quillon(English)ward(English)sword hand(English)sword arm(English)crossguard(English)parry(English)season(English)

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