pugil1
/ˈpjuːdʒɪl/Now rare (archaic and historical )
noun
A small handful, or a large pinch, of something.
Origin
Late 16th century; earliest use found in George Baker (1540–1612), surgeon. From classical Latin pugillus handful from the same base as pugnus fist + -illus.
pugil2
/ˈpjuːdʒɪl/US Military
noun
In full pugil stick. A staff or pole with padded ends, used as a substitute for a rifle and bayonet in military training.
Origin
1950s; earliest use found in Great Bend (Kansas) Daily Tribune. Probably from pugil-.