Medieval weapon NYT Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: SEP 26, 2026 Follow on Google

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Clue History: Medieval weapon

Complete History & Past Answers

Answer Letters Puzzle

POLEAXE

Letters 7

NYT Mini Crossword - September 26 2026

MACE

Letters 4

WSJ Crossword - July 2 2025

BROADAXE

Letters 8

7 Little Words - June 7 2025

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "Medieval weapon"?

The most common and recent 7-letter answer for "Medieval weapon" is POLEAXE.

Q2.

Why is "POLEAXE" the answer to the clue "Medieval weapon"?

The clue 'Medieval weapon' directly points to weapons used during the medieval period. A 'poleaxe' is a type of axe mounted on a long pole, commonly used by knights and foot soldiers in the Middle Ages.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "Medieval weapon" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on September 26, 2026.

Q4.

What does the word "POLEAXE" mean in this context?

A poleaxe is a long-handled weapon with an axe head, used in medieval times.

Q5.

What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

Ren faire prop akin to a halberd

7-letter answer to Medieval weapon in NYT Mini Crossword September 26 2026 is POLEAXE.

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