What is another word for hafts?

Pronunciation: [hˈafts] (IPA)

Hafts are the handles or grips of a tool or weapon. Synonyms for hafts include handles, grips, shafts, stems, or stocks. Handles are found on items such as hammers, axes, and knives, while grips are found on firearms. Shafts are often associated with larger tools like shovels or pitchforks, while stems are often associated with smaller items such as spoons or forks. Stocks are typically found on firearms such as rifles or shotguns. These synonyms help to describe the various components of a tool or weapon which are designed to be held or grasped to ensure a safe and effective grip.

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What are the hypernyms for Hafts?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Hafts

A sound of deep-toned voices and the rattle of assegai hafts caused both to turn.
"The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley"
Bertram Mitford
However, there was nothing for it but to preserve a cool and unconcerned demeanour, as the singing warriors drew near; and thus marshalled, amid an indescribable din, the shrill chatter of women and children, the clamourous yelping of a hundred curs, mingling with the rattle of shields and assegai hafts, the rumble of tramping feet and the deep-toned, measured war-chant of the warriors, our two friends made their entrance into the Igazipuza kraal, after a fashion which, as Gerard remarked, was a cross between a procession to the scaffold and a Caesar's triumph.
"The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley"
Bertram Mitford
There seemed to be no end to their number, and he could mark the surprise on each dark face, could hear the low ejaculation and the quivering rattle of assegai hafts as they became aware of his presence.
"The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley"
Bertram Mitford

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