pommel

• 名词，指圆形手柄或顶端球状物，如马鞍前桥、鞍头、体操鞍马的把手，或剑柄、匕首柄上的球形装饰。

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.

   鞍马把手

   • 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.

   同义词handgriphandle

2. Saddle partB2formal

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

   鞍桥

   • 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.

   同义词saddlebow

3. Sword ornamentC1formal

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

   剑柄圆头

   • 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.

   同义词ballcapfinialknob

• 动词，表示反复用拳头猛击或殴打。

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.

   痛打

   • 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.

   同义词batterbeatbelaborclobberdrubhammermaulpoundpummelthrashthump