pommel
/ˈpɑməl/
noun
- The rounded knob on the end of a sword hilt or the front of a saddle.
- He gripped the pommel of his sword tightly before the duel.
- She rested her hand on the pommel as she rode.
- The saddle's pommel was decorated with silver.
Synonyms
verb
- To strike or beat repeatedly with the fists.
- In the movie, the hero pommels the villain until he surrenders.
- The boxer pommeled his opponent with a series of quick jabs.
- She pommeled the punching bag until she was exhausted.