ricasso

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English

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

Etymology

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Borrowed from Italian ricasso. Further etymology unknown.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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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.

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