plural of circular parry

plural of counter-parry

plural of opposition parry

plural of yielding parry

plural of beat parry

plural of parrying dagger

A medieval dagger usually wielded with the left hand. It was used primarily for parrying and defense, while the other hand held a longer, single handed sword like a rapier. Also known as a main gauche.

(fencing) The deflection of the incoming attack with a sharp striking motion

(fencing) The deflection of the incoming attack without ever losing contact with the blade from the initial engagement.

(fencing) A parry that fails to prevent the attack from landing.