helve

noun

ˈhelv 

: a handle of a tool or weapon : haft

Synonyms

• grip
• haft
• handgrip
• handle

Examples of helve in a Sentence

the head of the ax was crudely lashed to a wooden helve

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English hielfe; probably akin to Old English helma helm

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above