American English pronunciation

How to pronounce hilts

IPA transcription: ['hɪlts]

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Noun

  • the handle of a sword or dagger

Usage examples

  • Generally, the hilts do not have a cutting edge, unlike the double-edged partisan.
  • Some hilts featured a thin knuckle-bow to protect the fingers.