Crossguard
/ˈkɹɒsɡɑːd/ noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A metal bar fixed between, and at right angles to, the blade and the handle of a sword or other bladed weapon that stops an opponent's similar weapon from sliding along the blade and injuring the hand of the person wielding the sword.
"Holonym: hilt"
Etymology
From cross (adjective) + guard (noun).