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hilt

noun \ˈhilt\

: the handle of a sword or dagger

Full Definition of HILT

: a handle especially of a sword or dagger

— to the hilt

: to the very limit : completely <the farm was mortgaged to the hilt>

: with nothing lacking <played the role to the hilt>

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

First Known Use: before 12th century

TO THE HILT Defined for Kids

noun \ˈhilt\

: a handle especially of a sword or dagger

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