quillon

American  

[kee-yawn] / kiˈyɔ̃ /

noun

plural

quillons

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

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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

"The 2011 wildfire burnt down my house, all the trees, everything," Enrique Narvaez told Reuters as he watched firefighters in Quillon work to quench the blaze near his home.

From Reuters

As Quillon’s motorcycle passed by with emergency lights flashing, James’ friends slowly followed, passing her viewing stand while hooting, honking and hollering.

From Washington Times

Flanked by Albemarle County Police Officer Paul Quillon’s motorcycle and Officer Katherine Kane’s Dodge Charger, more than two dozen of James’ friends cruised down Hillsdale Drive on the morning of May 26 to personally pass on greetings.

From Washington Times

Two dozen drivers showed up at the Food Lion parking lot around 10:30 a.m. on May 26, taping decorations to their vehicles and shooting the breeze until time to line up behind Quillon’s Harley-Davidson.

From Washington Times

Community Newspaper Holdings says Quillon will continue as publisher of The Tribune-Democrat of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and remain a regional corporate executive.

From Washington Times