Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mace
noun
/meɪs/
Definition
A mace is a heavy club-like weapon that has a strong, heavy head made of metal or another hard material, typically used in combat.
Examples
- The knight wielded a mace to break the enemy’s armor.
- She carried a canister of mace for protection while walking alone at night.
Meaning
In modern usage, ‘mace’ can also refer to a spray used for self-defense that contains substances to incapacitate an attacker.
Synonyms
- bludgeon
- stick
- club
- pepper spray
