Gadaayuddha is a Sanskrit term that refers to a type of combat that involves the use of a mace. However, there are several other synonyms for this term that can be used to describe various forms of traditional combat. For example, "shurangayuddha" describes the use of a bow and arrow, while "shashtrayuddha" refers to hand-to-hand combat using weapons such as swords. Other synonyms for combat include "vajrayuddha" for fighting with a thunderbolt and "samara" for a general war. Regardless of the form of combat, these synonyms all share the common elements of skill, strategy, and physical exertion.