sword
word
/ˈsɔɹd/
sord
/sˈɔːd/
sawd
Definition
A sword is a long weapon with a sharp metal blade, used for fighting in the past. Today, it is mostly seen in history, stories, ceremonies, and sports such as fencing.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to a traditional bladed weapon, not a knife. Common combinations include "draw a sword," "wield a sword," and "a sword fight." It is common in fantasy, history, and metaphorical phrases like "a double-edged sword" for something that has both benefits and risks.
Spanish: espadaPortuguese (BR): espadaPortuguese (PT): espadaChinese (Simplified): 剑Chinese (Traditional): 劍Hindi: तलवारArabic: سيفBengali: তলোয়ারRussian: мечJapanese: 剣Vietnamese: kiếmKorean: 검Turkish: kılıçUrdu: تلوارIndonesian: pedang
Example Sentences
The soldier carried a sword.
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This sword is very old.
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He drew his sword slowly.
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In the movie, she fights with a sword better than anyone else.
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A sharp tongue can cut deeper than a sword.
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Social media is a double-edged sword sometimes.
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