Halberd(noun)
A medieval weapon consisting of a long shaft fitted with an axe blade, spike, and spear point.
Hindi meaning:लंबे डंडे वाला मध्यकालीन कुल्हाड़ी-भाला अस्त्र
Synonyms: Polearm, Battle-Axe, Spear, Pike
Antonyms: Shield, Armor, Protection, Defense
Example: The palace guard stood at the entrance holding a heavy halberd.
Trick to remember: Halberd = half blade + spear — imagine a weapon combining an axe and a spear.
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