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¹haft

noun \ˈhaft\

Definition of HAFT

: the handle of a weapon or tool

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Origin of HAFT

Middle English, from Old English hæft; akin to Old English hebban to lift — more at heave

First Known Use: before 12th century

Related to HAFT

Synonyms: grip, handle, handgrip, helve

Rhymes with HAFT

aft, craft, draft, graft, kraft, raft, shaft, waft

²haft

verb

Definition of HAFT

transitive verb

: to set in or furnish with a haft

First Known Use of HAFT

15th century

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