scimitar
/ˈsɪmɪtə(ɹ)/
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Simple Meaning
a curved sword that was used in the past, especially in the Middle East.
When to Use
📝Exam Vocabulary
Advanced — complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
“The warrior carried a sharp scimitar into battle.”
“In the museum, we saw an old scimitar from the 1700s.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A sword of Persian origin that features a curved blade.