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hilt
Pronunciation: (hilt), [key]—
n.
1. the handle of a sword or dagger.
2. the handle of any weapon or tool.
3. to the hilt, to the maximum extent or degree; completely; fully:
to play the role to the hilt. Also,up to the hilt.
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v.t.
to furnish with a hilt.
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