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feint


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verb

Definition of FEINT

intransitive verb
: to make a feint
transitive verb
1
: to lure or deceive with a feint
2
: to make a pretense of
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Examples of FEINT

  1. He feinted with his right, then followed with a left hook.

First Known Use of FEINT

1741

Other Combat Sports Terms

foil, riposte, welter

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