ricasso

English

A modern hand-and-a-half sword with a short ricasso

Etymology

Borrowed from Italian ricasso. Further etymology unknown.

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA^(key): /rɪˈkæsoʊ/

Noun

ricasso (plural ricassos)

1. The base of a sword or knife blade where it joins the tang.
2. The blunt area of a sword just above the hilt, used for grip and maneuverability.
3. The comparable portion of a knife.

See also

• choil

Anagrams

• scorias