About The Word Singlestick
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Singlestick
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What's The Definition Of Singlestick?
[n] a stick used instead of a sword for fencing
Synonyms | Synonyms for Singlestick: backsword | fencing stick Related Terms | Find terms related to Singlestick: See Also | stick Singlestick In Webster's Dictionary \Sin"gle*stick`\, n.
(a) In England and Scotland, a cudgel used in fencing or
fighting; a backsword.
(b) The game played with singlesticks, in which he who first
brings blood from his adversary's head is pronounced
victor; backsword; cudgeling.
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