pommel
a knob, as on the hilt of a sword.
the protuberant part at the front and top of a saddle.
Architecture. a spherical ornament or finial.
Gymnastics. either of the two curved handles on the top surface of a side horse.
to beat or strike with or as if with the fists or a pommel.
Origin of pommel
1- Also pummel.
Words Nearby pommel
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How to use pommel in a sentence
A fixed-blade knife’s strength is determined by how much of the blade stock continues through to the pommel undiminished.
Three Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Knife | Wes Siler | September 3, 2020 | Outside OnlineSheaths that position a knife’s pommel higher than your belt line cause that pommel to dig into your side or back as you move, which may result in injury should you fall.
Three Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Knife | Wes Siler | September 3, 2020 | Outside OnlineLetting the rifle drop and swing from the pommel, he met the charge of two grinning and scowling lancers.
Overland | John William De ForestFrom the pommel of his saddle hung a Venetian casque, which he had doffed for a turban, a more comfortable head-gear on the route.
The Pilgrim's Shell or Fergan the Quarryman | Eugne Sue"Miss Van Diemen, it shall all turn out well," he said, striking his fist on the pommel of his saddle.
Overland | John William De Forest
The weary lady had no response ready for words of cheer; she leaned heavily over the pommel of her saddle and rode on in silence.
Overland | John William De ForestThe dogs were stopped and the deer thrown over the pommel of one of the boys, and we rode on to try the Brunswick swamp.
British Dictionary definitions for pommel
/ (ˈpʌməl, ˈpɒm-) /
the raised part on the front of a saddle
a knob at the top of a sword or similar weapon
Origin of pommel
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