Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Pole Weapon.
Pole Weapon - as a noun
A close combat weapon in which the main fighting part of the weapon is fitted to the end of a long shaft, typically of wood, thereby extending the user's effective range.
Example: "Because they contain relatively little metal, polearms are cheap to make, which has made them the favored weapon of peasant levies."
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
polearmHypernyms (Closely Related)
armweaponweapon systemHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The naginata is a Japanese pole weapon that was traditionally used by samurai."
"A partizan is a type of pole weapon that features a spearhead with two curved blades attached to the sides."
"In medieval times, the pole weapon known as the halberd was commonly used by European foot soldiers."
"The guandao is a traditional Chinese pole weapon that resembles a glaive."
"Some Native American tribes used the pole weapon known as the lance for hunting and warfare."
