Definition of maces:
(n) :
A spice obtained from the outer layer of the kernel of the fruit of the nutmeg.
(v) :
To hit someone or something with a mace.
(n) :
Tear gas or pepper spray, especially for personal use.
(v) :
To spray in defense or attack with mace (pepper spray or tear gas) using a hand-held device.
(v) :
(informal) To spray a similar noxious chemical in defense or attack using an available hand-held device such as an aerosol spray can.
(n) :
A heavy fighting club.