Meaning Of The Word Quarte

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quarte in American English
the fourth position (of thrust or parry) in which the hand is turned nails up, and the point of the weapon is about eye level
noun: the fourth of eight defensive positions

quarte in British English
noun: the fourth of eight basic positions from which a parry or attack can be made in fencing

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