mace Antonyms
Meaning of mace
mace (n)
(trademark) a liquid that temporarily disables a person; prepared as an aerosol and sprayed in the face, it irritates the eyes and causes dizziness and immobilization
an official who carries a mace of office
spice made from the dried fleshy covering of the nutmeg seed
a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of office or authority
mace (n.)
A money of account in China equal to one tenth of a tael; also, a weight of 57.98 grains.
A kind of spice; the aril which partly covers nutmegs. See Nutmeg.
A heavy staff or club of metal; a spiked club; -- used as weapon in war before the general use of firearms, especially in the Middle Ages, for breaking metal armor.
A staff borne by, or carried before, a magistrate as an ensign of his authority.
An officer who carries a mace as an emblem of authority.
A knobbed mallet used by curriers in dressing leather to make it supple.
A rod for playing billiards, having one end suited to resting on the table and pushed with one hand.
mace Sentence Examples
- The knight wielded a heavy mace, its spiked head crashing down upon his opponent's armor.
- The mace was a formidable weapon, capable of crushing skulls and breaking bones with ease.
- The mace's long handle provided ample leverage, allowing for powerful swings.
- The mace was often used in close-quarters combat, where its compact size gave it an advantage.
- The mace's spiked head was designed to pierce through chainmail and inflict severe wounds.
- The round macehead was known as a "morning star," and was particularly effective against unarmored enemies.
- The mace was a common weapon among medieval foot soldiers, as it was relatively inexpensive and easy to produce.
- The mace was also used as a ceremonial weapon, symbolizing authority and power.
- The mace was sometimes adorned with intricate carvings or engravings, showcasing the craftsmanship of its creator.
- The mace continues to be used today, albeit primarily for ceremonial purposes rather than in warfare.
FAQs About the word mace
(trademark) a liquid that temporarily disables a person; prepared as an aerosol and sprayed in the face, it irritates the eyes and causes dizziness and immobili
knobkerrie, cudgel, billy, blackjack, bludgeon, baton, bat,cane, rod, truncheon
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The knight wielded a heavy mace, its spiked head crashing down upon his opponent's armor.
The mace was a formidable weapon, capable of crushing skulls and breaking bones with ease.
The mace's long handle provided ample leverage, allowing for powerful swings.
The mace was often used in close-quarters combat, where its compact size gave it an advantage.
