noun
- a wooden stick or sword used in fencing practice
- a form of fencing or combat sport using wooden sticks
Usage: historical
Usage: historical
Examples
- The fencing master taught his students to use the singlestick before advancing to real swords.
- Singlestick was a popular form of martial training in the 18th century.
- He practiced his parries and thrusts with a well-worn singlestick.
- The singlestick competition drew many skilled fighters to the fair.
- She preferred the weight and balance of her favorite singlestick.
- Training with a singlestick helped develop proper sword technique safely.