In the sport of fencing, the letter "V" refers to the victory of a fencer after they successfully score a hit on their opponent. This term illustrates the idea of earning points to win a match. Fencing competitions can also use "V" in scorekeeping, where a fencer may need to reach a specific number of victories to advance to subsequent rounds. In tournaments, the fencers strive for "V" to demonstrate their skill and prowess, making it a significant part of competitive fencing.