"man catcher" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: man catchers [plural]
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  1. A type of polearm used in 18th century Europe that consists of a long pole and a two-pronged circular head for snaring the enemy around the neck. Wikipedia link: man catcher Categories (topical): Polearms Synonyms: mancatcher

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