Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
estocada
Noun
/ɛsˈtɔ.kɑ.də/
Definition
A swift and thrusting stroke, often used in a fencing context.
Examples
- After an intense training session, she perfected her estocada, impressing her coach.
- The fencer’s estocada caught her opponent off guard, securing a quick point.
Meaning
In fencing, it refers to a type of attack where the fencer lunges forward to strike the opponent with the tip of the sword.
Synonyms
- lunge
- thrust
- strike