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quillon

American  
[kee-yawn] / kiˈyɔ̃ /

noun

plural

quillons

  1. either of two transverse projecting members forming the cross guard of a sword.

quillon British  
/ kijɔ̃ /

noun

  1. (often plural) either half of the extended crosspiece of a sword or dagger

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Etymology

Origin of quillon

< French, derivative of quille pin, club < Middle High German kegel club

Example Sentences

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It was the prisoner of Quillon—no, "quillon" had something to do with a sword—no, it was Chillon.

From The Heart of Rome by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)

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