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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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riposte
Sports; Fencing

This is a fencer's counterattack following a perry.

saber
Sports; Fencing

This is a modern variant of a slashing sword. However, unlike in foil and epee fencing, hits are awarded with the blade, as well as the point.

false attack
Sports; Fencing

A movement to test the reflexes and reaction of an opponent.

feint
Sports; Fencing

This is a movement that is meant to deceive. It can be done with the arm, foot, leg or hand.

fleche
Sports; Fencing

This is a quick running attack, which can be quite dramatic to watch.

fleuret
Sports; Fencing

French for foil.

floor judges
Sports; Fencing

The floor judges make sure that the fencer's are not making touches while being out of bounds. They also assist the Referee.

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