Meaning of the word epee in English

What does epee mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

epee

US /epˈeɪ/
UK /ˈep.eɪ/
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Noun

a fencing sword similar to a foil but with a heavier blade and a larger guard, used for thrusting at any part of the opponent's body.

Example:
The fencer parried the attack with her epee.
He trained for years to master the epee.