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feminine

ˈskerma

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Translation

fencing

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Word origin

From a Germanic root meaning 'to shield, protect' (compare German schirmen), the same root as English skirmish.

Origin
Germanic
Root
skirmjan
English cognates
skirmish

Grammar

Genderfeminine

Examples

.

My sister has been fencing for three years.

richiede concentrazione .

Fencing requires great concentration and speed.

facilmente.

The fencing champion won the competition easily.

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