1. the rounded knob on the end of the handle of a sword or dagger
2. the front part of a saddle that rises upward

1. to strike repeatedly with the fists

Examples

• The knight gripped the pommel of his sword tightly.
• She decorated the pommel with intricate engravings.
• The rider held onto the pommel as the horse jumped.
• The saddle’s pommel provided extra security during the ride.
• The angry crowd began to pommel the door with their fists.
• He pommeled the punching bag during his workout.
• The boxer pommeled his opponent in the final round.