verb
- present participle of hilt; to provide with a hilt or handle
noun
- the act or process of fitting a hilt to a sword or blade
Usage: technical; craftsmanship
Examples
- The blacksmith is hilting the new sword blade with an ornate handle.
- Hilting requires precision to ensure the blade is secure.
- The craftsman spent hours hilting each weapon in the collection.
- Proper hilting is essential for a balanced and functional sword.
- Medieval armorers specialized in hilting and other metalwork.