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rapier

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noun

Simple Meaning

a thin, sharp sword used for fighting or in sports like fencing.

When to Use

šŸ“Exam VocabularyšŸ“šAcademic Writing
Advanced — complex ideas, academic/professional

Examples in Conversation

ā€œThe knight drew his rapier and prepared to duel.ā€

ā€œIn fencing class, we practice with a rapier.ā€

ā–¶Full Definition

A slender, straight, sharply pointed sword (double-edged, single-edged or edgeless).

Related Words

Synonyms:
swordblade
Word Family:
rapiers