sword Definition and Meaning in English (sword definition)

noun
Quick Answer • Definition

Sword definition: A weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a handguard, used for thrusting or striking.

Definitions of Sword

  1. 1noun

    A weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a handguard, used for thrusting or striking.

Example Sentences

formal

“The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.”

casual

“He trained for years to master the art of the sword.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounswordsman
nounswordplay

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

put to the swordidiom

To kill someone with a sword; to slaughter.

cross swordsidiom

To argue or fight with someone.

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Sword definition: A weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a handguard, used for thrusting or striking.
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'Sword' translates to 'sword' in English. Sword definition: A weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a handguard, used for thrusting or striking.
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