Blade taken though orange peel (4)

I believe the answer is:

epee

(Other definitions for epee that I've seen before include "Fencer's sword" , "It may offer riposte" , "sports equipment" , "Type of sword" , "Fencing blade" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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