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

1. (fencing) an attacking thrust made with one foot forward and the back leg straight and with the sword arm outstretched forward