piste
fencing mat
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The term "piste" has two primary meanings. In the context of skiing, it refers to a trail, especially a downhill ski trail. In fencing, the "piste" is the strip or area where the competition takes place. This strip is typically made of metal or conductive material and measures between 1.5 to 2 meters wide and 14 meters long, with extensions at each end. Fencing itself is an organized sport that involves using a sword—either an épée, foil, or sabre—for attack and defense according to specific rules and movements.12
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