hilt

• Substantivo que designa o cabo de uma espada, adaga ou outra arma branca, geralmente composto por punho e guarda.

A noun referring to the handle of a sword, dagger, or other bladed weapon, typically including the guard and grip.

1. Handle of a weaponB2formal

   The handle of a sword, dagger, or other bladed weapon.

   Cabo

   • He gripped the hilt of his sword tightly.
   • The hilt was decorated with gold and jewels.
   • She held the dagger by its hilt.

   Sinônimosgriphafthandle

2. To the fullest extentC1informal

   Used in the phrase 'to the hilt' meaning completely or fully.

   Completamente

   • He lived life to the hilt.
   • She supported her friend to the hilt.
   • The company backed the project to the hilt.