noun
- Plural of epee; a fencing sword with a flexible blade and a small circular guard, used in the sport of fencing.
Usage: Used in competitive fencing; the blade is blunted and wired to register touches electronically in modern fencing.
Examples
- The fencing team ordered new epees for the upcoming tournament.
- She practiced with several different epees to find the one that felt best.
- In epee fencing, touches can be scored on any part of the opponent's body.
- The coach inspected all the epees before the match to ensure they met safety standards.
- He gripped the epee firmly as he advanced toward his opponent.