straight thrust
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Definition
Noun: 1. A specific attacking move in fencing: A "straight thrust" is a fundamental offensive technique where the fencer extends their sword arm fully forward, lunges with the front foot, and keeps the back leg straight to deliver a direct attack toward the opponent's target area.
Examples of Usage
- The fencer scored the winning point with a perfectly executed straight thrust.
- Mastering the straight thrust is essential for all beginners in foil and épée.
- Her straight thrust was so fast and direct that her opponent had no time to parry.
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily used within the technical context of fencing. It describes a classical, direct form of attack, often contrasted with more complex, compound attacks or actions that involve blade contact (like a beat or a press) before the final thrust.
Variants and Related Words
- Lunge (n): A broader term for the forward fencing movement that often accompanies a thrust. A straight thrust is typically performed as part of a lunge.
- Thrust (n): The general action of stabbing or pushing the point of the sword forward. A straight thrust is a specific type of thrust.
- Attack (n): The overarching category of offensive actions in fencing, which includes the straight thrust.
Synonyms
- Direct thrust
- Simple attack (in fencing terminology, this can specifically refer to a single, direct action like a straight thrust)
Related Phrases
- To deliver a straight thrust: To execute this specific attacking move.
- He saw an opening and delivered a swift straight thrust to the chest.
- To parry a straight thrust: To defend against this specific attack.
- Her parry was perfectly timed to deflect the incoming straight thrust.
Noun
- (fencing) an attacking thrust made with one foot forward and the back leg straight and with the sword arm outstretched forward