helve

Noun
  1. The handle of a weapon or tool (synset 103480019)
    is a type of: grip, handgrip, handle, hold - the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
    is a part of:
    • awl - a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes
    • ax, axe - an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle
    • dagger, sticker - a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing
    • file - a steel hand tool with small sharp teeth on some or all of its surfaces; used for smoothing wood or metal
    • knife - edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
    • reap hook, reaping hook, sickle - an edge tool for cutting grass or crops; has a curved blade and a short handle
    • blade, brand, steel, sword - a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
    same as: haft

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