daggar

/ˈdæɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

a short, pointed knife with a handle, often used as a weapon

“The villain used a dagger to stab the hero in the play.”

2. verb

to stab or wound someone with a sharp object, especially a dagger

“The assailant daggered the victim in the dark alley.”

Synonyms

  • knife
  • stabbing instrument

Antonyms

  • broadsword
  • sword