The difference between Halberd and Polearm

When used as nouns, halberd means a hand weapon consisting of a long pole fitted with a metal head, whereas polearm means a close-quarter combat weapon with the main fighting part of the weapon placed on the end of a long shaft, typically of wood.


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  1. Halberd as a noun:

    A hand weapon consisting of a long pole fitted with a metal head; the head consists of a blade similar to an axe and usually a spike or hook.

  1. Polearm as a noun:

    A close-quarter combat weapon with the main fighting part of the weapon placed on the end of a long shaft, typically of wood.

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