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Meaning of scimitar
A scimitar is a type of curved sword.
Etymology of scimitar
The word "scimitar" originates from the French "cimeterre" or "cimetre", which is derived from the Italian "scimitarra", itself borrowed from the Arabic "mušāḥṣaar" or "ṣāḥṣār", and the Persian "شمشیر" (šamšīr), meaning "sword".
The term has been used in the English language since the 16th century to describe curved swords, particularly those used in the Middle East and North Africa.
Synonyms
sword
saber
cutlass
rapier
foil
dagger
dirk
blade
knife
steel
broadsword
backsword
claymore
falchion
glaive
scythe
bill
pike
lance
spear
javelin
arrow
catapult
crossbow
broadsword
longsword
greatsword
backsword
curtana
estoc
flamberge
katana
wakizashi
tanto
kukri
tulwar
khopesh
xiphos
machete
bayonet
halberd
partisan
poleaxe
battleaxe
axe
hatchet
cleaver
machete
razor
scalpel
gully
whittle
paring knife
switchblade
pocket knife
stiletto
poniard
anelace
misericorde
bodkin
skean
derringer
kukri
parang
bolo
barong
kampilan
kriss
kris
keris
Definitions
- A scimitar is defined by Oxford Languages as a curved sword with a single cutting edge, typically used in Eastern and Western cultures.
- * It is characterized by its distinctive curved shape, often with a sharp, tapered point.
Usage Examples
- The warrior wielded a scimitar in battle, using its curved edge to devastating effect.
- * The museum exhibit featured a beautifully crafted scimitar from the Ottoman Empire.
- * In the fantasy novel, the hero brandished a magical scimitar that glowed with an otherworldly light.
Antonyms
straight sword
straight blade
straight edge
dull sword
blunt sword
useless sword
broken sword
rusty sword
blunt knife
dull knife
useless knife
blunt blade
dull blade
straight razor
straight edge razor
safety razor
electric razor
dull ax
blunt ax
useless ax
broken ax
rusty ax