Fencing

Fencing

Of or pertaining to an olympic sport in which two opponents use swords to combat each other for points based on who strikes an acceptable "target area" first.

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Fencing

An extended arm and blade that threatens the opponent, which is established before any other valid attack from the opponent. For instance, from outside of engagement distance, a fencer performs an ...

posting

Sports; Fencing

A method of holding a weapon further down the handle in order to extend the reach by a few inches. Posting is a trade-off; the fencer loses a little control over their blade work in return for the ...

press

Sports; Fencing

also Pressure. An attempt to push the opponent's blade aside or out of line from engaged blades. A press can precede a direct or indirect attack, depending on the opponent's reaction, but should be ...

preparation

Sports; Fencing

The initial phase of an attack, before right-of-way is established.

presentation

Sports; Fencing

Offering one's blade for engagement by the opponent.

prise de fer

Sports; Fencing

French term for taking the steel. An engagement of the blades in an attempt to control the opponent's weapon. This is also referred to as taking the blade.