Meaning & use

sword

noun·Everyday

A weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for cutting or thrusting.

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The knight raised his sword high before entering the grand tournament.

The museum displayed an ancient sword found in a royal tomb.

A note on using this word

The idiom 'a double-edged sword' describes something that carries both beneficial and harmful effects.

Words with a similar meaning

blade

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