Cudgel

usgb/ˈkʌdʒl/
noun

A short heavy club with a rounded head used as a weapon.

He raised the cudgel and struck a powerful blow.
Visual representation of "cudgel" - A short heavy club with a rounded head used as a weapon

Often appears as...

  • wield a cudgel
  • swing a cudgel
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Often Historical

The word 'cudgel' can evoke images of medieval or ancient times when clubs were common weapons.

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In the museum, the ancient cudgel was displayed alongside swords and armor.
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Symbol of Power

'Cudgel' can symbolize authority or brute force, often used negatively in modern contexts.

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The dictator's speech felt like he was wielding a cudgel against dissent.
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