hilt

noun

Synonyms of hiltnext
: a handle especially of a sword or dagger
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That passion to play every moment to the hilt, along with her powerful hitting stroke, that came with being a coach’s daughter. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026 Played to the ice-queen hilt by the divine Meryl Streep, Miranda’s withering glances and sarcastic putdowns continue to live on and get quoted, no matter the decade. Randy Myers, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026 The necklace is composed of 26 diamonds, some taken from a Garter badge and sword hilt, according to The Court Jeweller. Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026 Phoebe Cates play the nymphette Linda to the hilt, showing only now and again the lost little girl inside. Gina Friedlande, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hilt

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German helza hilt

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hilt was before the 12th century

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“Hilt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hilt. Accessed 7 May. 2026.

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hilt

noun
: a handle especially of a sword or dagger

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