pommel

• Nom désignant une poignée arrondie ou un pommeau, par exemple la partie antérieure d'une selle, la poignée d'un cheval d'arçons ou un ornement sphérique au bout d'une épée ou d'un poignard.

A noun referring to a rounded knob or handle, such as the front part of a saddle, a handgrip on a pommel horse, or a ball-shaped ornament on a sword or dagger hilt.

1. Gymnastics handgripB2formalsport

   A handgrip that a gymnast uses when performing exercises on a pommel horse.

   Poignée de cheval d'arçons

   • The gymnast gripped the pommel tightly during his routine.
   • He swung his legs around the pommel with perfect form.
   • The pommel horse requires strong arm and shoulder strength.

   Synonymeshandgriphandle

2. Saddle partB2formal

   The raised front part of a saddle that forms a handgrip for the rider.

   Pommeau de selle

   • She held onto the pommel to steady herself on the horse.
   • The leather pommel was worn from years of use.
   • A good rider knows how to balance without relying on the pommel.

   Synonymessaddlebow

3. Sword ornamentC1formal

   A ball-shaped ornament on the hilt of a sword or dagger.

   pommeau d'épée

   • The sword's pommel was decorated with a ruby.
   • He struck his opponent with the pommel of his dagger.
   • The ornate pommel indicated the weapon was ceremonial.

   Synonymesballcapfinialknob

• Verbe signifiant frapper ou battre à répétition, surtout avec les poings.

A verb meaning to strike or beat repeatedly, especially with the fists.

1. Strike repeatedlyC1formal

   To hit or beat someone repeatedly, especially with the fists.

   frapper à coups répétés

   • The knight pommeled his opponent with his gauntleted fists.
   • In the fight, he pommeled the attacker until help arrived.
   • She pommeled the punching bag with fierce determination.

   Synonymesbatterbeatbelaborclobberdrubhammermaulpoundpummelthrashthump