Haft is a noun for the handlethe part you hold when using a tool, weapon, or object of a tool or weapon, especially one that is attached to the head or blade. It is a fairly formalused in serious or official language, not casual conversation or technicalused in a special subject or profession, not general speech word, and in everyday English people usually say handle instead.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /hæft/
Easy pronunciation: HAFT (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress on the only syllable.
Used as a noun meaning the handle of a weapon or tool.
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Haft Meaning
the part you hold when using a tool or weapon
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the handle of a weapon or tool
Example: The axe had a smooth wooden haft.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- helve — A direct synonym for a tool or weapon handle, especially the handle of an axe or similar implement.
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Haft Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- helve
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse haft with hand or hilt; a haft is the handle of a tool or weapon, while a hilt is specifically the handle of a sword or knife.
- In ordinary speech, handle is the more common word, but it is not a precise one-word synonym in every context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does haft mean?
Haft means the handle of a tool or weapon.
What is a synonym for haft?
A close synonym is helve, especially for an axe or similar tool.
Is haft the same as handle?
It refers to a handle, but it is more specific and often used for tools or weapons rather than everyday objects.
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