Medieval Glossary
Parry
To deflect, throw off, or block the attack of an opposing weapon through either the thrust of a melee weapon or the use of a shield. An example is a knight's ability to parry a sword blow from an opponent with his shield.
Related term(s): Melee Weapon; Shield; Buckler; Tower Shield
Category: Armour and Shields
Added: 12.02.04
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