flunge

noun, verb — 2 senses

flunge

noun

/flʌnd͡ʒ/

Etymology Blend of flèche + lunge, or of flying + lunge.

1

Fencing, Government, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Martial arts, Military, Politics, Sports, War A method of attack with a sword (sabre), propelled from the front foot, like a flèche, but also landing on the front foot, like a lunge.

Synonyms
sabre flèche

flunge

verb

Etymology Blend of flèche + lunge, or of flying + lunge.

1

Fencing, Government, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Martial arts, Military, Politics, Sports, War To attack using a flunge.

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