cudgel
/ˈkʌdʒəl/
Meanings
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Noun
A heavy stick or club used to deliver blows, especially as a weapon.
- "He wielded a cudgel against his adversary."
- "The cudgel was a feared weapon in the medieval era."
Pronunciation
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/ˈkʌdʒəl/
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Rhymes
Words rhyming with cudgelpuddle , riddle , muddle , buddle
Variants
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Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Old English 'cudgel' from 'cudgela' meaning 'a stick, rod, or staff'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'cudgel' is also used figuratively to mean 'to bully or intimidate someone'.
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The longest recorded use of a cudgel as a weapon was during the Battle of Hastings in 1066, where William the Conqueror used a cudgel over 12 feet long.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Mace: A heavy, blunt weapon with a head made of a metal or a hard material, often used in combat.
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Club: A heavy, blunt instrument used for striking or crushing.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.The cudgel has been used as a weapon since ancient times, appearing in various cultures and mythologies. In Greek mythology, Hercules used a cudgel to slay the Nemean lion.
How to Memorize "cudgel"
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visualize
- Visualize a thick, heavy stick or club.
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associate
- Associate the word 'cudgel' with 'club' or 'heavy stick'.
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mnemonics
- Create a sentence: 'Cudgel' starts with the letter 'C' and means 'a heavy stick'.
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