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Meaning of the word "melee weapon" in English

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melee weapon

US /ˈmeɪ.leɪ ˌwep.ən/
UK /ˈmeɪ.leɪ ˌwep.ən/
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Noun

1.

a weapon used in close combat, such as a sword, knife, or club, as opposed to a ranged weapon

Example:
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The knight preferred a melee weapon like his trusty sword for close encounters.
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In many fantasy games, players start with a basic melee weapon.
Synonym:
hand-to-hand weaponclose-combat weaponbladed weaponblunt weapon
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Related Word:
weaponranged weapon