Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pommel
noun
ˈpɒm.əl
Definition
A rounded knob on the hilt of a sword or the front of a saddle.
Examples
- The knight grasped the pommel of his sword tightly as he prepared for battle.
- The beautiful pommel of the saddle was intricately designed with silver inlays.
- In martial arts, a practitioner may use the pommel to execute specific techniques.
Meaning
The pommel is the part that provides balance and can be used as a grip on a sword or as a decorative feature on saddles.
Synonyms
- knob
- handle
- grip
