parrying daggers

A form of parrying dagger — A medieval dagger usually wielded with the left hand. It was used primarily for parrying and defense, while the other hand held a longer, single handed sword like a rapier. Also known as a main gauche.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of parrying dagger
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