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Though the word 'Fencing' typically brings to mind an image of wooden posts surrounding a yard, the more obscure definition - that of the sport and art of swordsmanship - is derived from the act of defending. 'Fence' is derived from the Old French word 'defens', meaning 'defense'. The first known usage of the word is in William Shakespeare's play 'Merry Wives of Windsor', in which a character exclaims 'Alas, sir, I cannot fence'. Literally, then, 'fencing' means 'to defend yourself'.
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What is the French word for fencing?
The French word for fencing is "l'escrime"
What is Japanese fencing called?
Kenjutsu, and it means exactly that "fencing."
in which sports is a series of bouts called a barrage?
Fencing
What is the mat area called in fencing?
In the sport of fencing, the area of play is called the strip or piste. See the following: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piste_(fencing)
What is an olympic fencing sword called?
They are called Fencers.
What are fencing stores called?
touches
What is a fencing blade?
There are three types of fencing swords each with different rules : Foil, Eppe and Sabre. The blade of a foil is called a "Foil blade"The blade of an eppe is called an "Eppe Blade"Etc
What is the name of the helmet used in fencing?
It's just called "Fencing jacket"
Is there such a sport called pro sword fighting?
No. its called fencing.
What is an alternative word for swordplay?
It is called fencing.
What is the opponent in fencing called?
The opponent is not called by any special name.
What is the mask in fencing called?
A mask. The lower part is called a bib.
