1. a fencer who uses an épée as their weapon
Usage: sport-specific term used in fencing

Examples

• The epeeist advanced carefully across the piste, looking for an opening.
• She trained as an epeeist for five years before competing at the national level.
• Unlike a foilist, an epeeist can score points by striking the opponent's entire body.
• The epeeist's technique emphasized precise footwork and distance control.
• He switched from being a saberist to an epeeist to improve his competitive ranking.