Glossary — Godinho Montante

Montante — A large two-handed sword, typically used in Iberian martial arts. It is similar to the German zweihänder or the Italian spadone.

Tajo — A downward or diagonal cut made with the sword. In this context, it often refers to a slicing motion that targets the opponent.

Reves — A reverse cut, typically a backhanded strike, made from the opposite direction of a tajo.

Quillons — The crossguard of the sword, which helps protect the hand and can be used in defensive techniques.

Armed (Arming) — A term used to describe the positioning of the sword or body to prepare for a strike or defensive action.

Nails-up / Nails-down — Refers to the orientation of the hand during a thrust or cut. "Nails-up" means the palm is facing up, while "nails-down" means the palm is facing down.

Raking tajo — A specific type of cut that scrapes or grazes the opponent, often aimed at the legs or lower body.

Standing firm — Holding your ground and stabilizing your stance before delivering an attack or defense.

Wheel — A circular motion or movement used to describe turning or rotating the body during an action.

Line of sight — The direction you are facing or looking, which is important for maintaining awareness of your surroundings and positioning during a fight.

Withdrawn — Holding back or pausing in a strike, often used to maintain readiness for the next movement.

Rounding — A term used to describe a movement that curves or encircles, typically involving the sword or body.

Stitching — Refers to a thrust that is pushed or driven forward, as if "stitching" the opponent with the point of the sword.