Vocabulary Entry

hilt

|noun • verb

noun

The handle of a sword or dagger.

Example Sentences

"He firmly grasped the hilt of his sword as he prepared for battle."

"The hilt was decorated with intricate designs."

"She hesitated, her fingers lightly tracing the hilt of the antique dagger."

verb

Example Sentences

"He unhesitatingly hilted the blade to the warrior beside him."

"The knight was hilted with a beautiful, ornate sword."

"The blacksmith hilted the new swords with care and precision."