Fencing Glossary:

Point (Touche)

a valid touch; the tip of the sword; an attack made with the point (ie. a thrust)

 

Point in Line (Menace)

also line; an extended arm and blade that threatens the opponent.

 

Pommel (Pommeau)

a fastener that attaches the grip to the blade.

 

Preparation (Préparation)

the initial phase of an attack, before right-of-way is established.

 

Presentation

offering one's blade for engagement by the opponent.

 

Press (Presser v. pression)

an attempt to push the opponent's blade aside or out of line; depending on the opponent's response, the press is followed by a direct or indirect attack.