foin
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /fɔɪn/
KK: /fɔɪn/
intransitive verb
Definition
To thrust or poke with a sharp object, often used in the context of weapons.
Example
The knight decided to foin at his opponent during the duel.
Tense Forms
Past: foined
Past Participle: foined
Conversation
Did you see how he tried to foin at the target during practice?
Yeah, but he missed completely!
I thought he would have been more accurate with that stance.
Maybe he just needs more practice to get the hang of the foin technique.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
thrust
poke
jab
Antonyms
withdraw
retract
pull
noun
Definition
A quick thrust or jab made with a pointed weapon, often used in fencing.
Example
The fencer executed a precise foin to score a point against his opponent.
Conversation
Did you see that last foin during the fencing match?
Yeah, it was so quick! I couldn't believe how precise it was.
I know, right? That kind of foin takes a lot of skill to execute.
Root Explanation
The word 'foin' originates from Old French 'foin', meaning hay or grass. It refers specifically to the dried grass used as fodder for animals.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word for hay, 'foin', to remember that 'foin' refers to dried grass used for animal feed.
Visually Confused Words
fon
fin
furoin
foxing
fortin
formin
forint
foison