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bayonet Definition and Meaning in English (bayonet definition)

noun
Synonyms:daggerknife
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Bayonet definition: A knife-like weapon designed to be fixed to the end of a rifle or similar firearm, used for close combat.

Definitions of Bayonet

  1. 1noun

    A knife-like weapon designed to be fixed to the end of a rifle or similar firearm, used for close combat.

  2. 2verb

    To stab or kill someone with a bayonet.

Example Sentences

“The soldier fixed his bayonet before charging.”

“He was bayoneted during the fierce battle.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensebayoneted
present participlebayoneting

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Bayonet definition: A knife-like weapon designed to be fixed to the end of a rifle or similar firearm, used for close combat.
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'Bayonet' translates to 'bayonet' in English. Bayonet definition: A knife-like weapon designed to be fixed to the end of a rifle or similar firearm, used for close combat.
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