"main-gauche" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: French, left hand. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|fr|-}} French Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} main-gauche
  1. (historical) A relatively large dagger, especially popular in the 17th century. It was held in the left hand (the non-dominant hand), while the rapier was held in the right. It was mainly used to parry thrusts of the adversary's rapier. Tags: historical Categories (topical): Weapons
    Sense id: en-main-gauche-en-noun-VeSedgPq Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English undefined derivations

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