Synonyms for hilt
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
The handle of a sword, consisting of grip, guard, and pommel, designed to facilitate use of the blade and afford protection to the hand.
Related words
- Phrases
- to the hilt
Forms
- Plural
- hilts → handles, hefts…
Example sentences
- handle Some men can't handle women in positions of power.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| hilt | rising | |
| handle | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- heft1
- 6 letters
- handle2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (handle2 = 2 syllables).