guardamano — meaning in English

English meaning

• haft noun The handle of a tool or weapon.
• hilt noun The handle of a sword or knife, including the grip and guard.

Senses

guardamano is used for these senses in English:

• haft The handle of a tool or weapon.
• hilt The handle of a sword, consisting of grip, guard, and pommel, designed to facilitate use of the blade and afford protection to the hand.
• trigger guard A thin loop surrounding the trigger of a weapon to keep it from accidental discharge.

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