Fencing

Combat sport involving swords.

sword fighting foil fencing

A combat sport involving two competitors using swords (épée, foil, or sabre) to score points by touching their opponent. Fencing emphasizes strategy, precision, and quick reflexes within a defined area (piste).

/fɛnsɪŋ/

Fencing derives from the Italian 'finestra,' meaning window, referring to a gap in an opponent's defense.

Fencing is a sport where athletes use swords to try and score points by touching their opponent, like a fast-paced game of tag with weapons.

sport combat sport

épée foil sabre

piste guard lunge

competitive activity sport