knife thrust

/naɪf θrəst/
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Other forms: knife thrusts

Definitions of knife thrust
  1. noun
    a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
    synonyms: stab, thrust
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    types:
    lunge, passado, straight thrust
    (fencing) an attacking thrust made with one foot forward and the back leg straight and with the sword arm outstretched forward
    remise
    (fencing) a second thrust made on the same lunge (as when your opponent fails to riposte)
    type of:
    blow, buffet
    a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
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