Parafencing sword (4)

I believe the answer is:

epee

(Other definitions for epee that I've seen before include "Narrow fencing sword" , "Foil for riposte" , "Fencing weapon" , "Fencer's sword" , "Another fencing sword" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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