SEPTIME
\sˈɛpta͡ɪm], \sˈɛptaɪm], \s_ˈɛ_p_t_aɪ_m]\
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sep't[=e]m, n. the seventh position assumed by a fencer after drawing his weapon from the scabbard. [L. septimus, seventh--septem, seven.]
By Thomas Davidson
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Fencing-position. [Latin]
By Sir Augustus Henry
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