punto
/ˈpʊntoʊ/
noun
- A point or hit in fencing, made with the tip of the sword.
- The fencer scored a clean punto to win the match.
- A well-timed punto can catch an opponent off guard.
- He practiced his punto repeatedly to improve his accuracy.
- A type of lace or needlework stitch.
- Punto lace is known for its intricate patterns.
- The lace was made using traditional punto techniques.
- She used a delicate punto stitch to edge the handkerchief.