dagger

/ˈdæɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

a small, pointed knife with a straight or slightly curved blade, typically used for cutting or thrusting.

“The assassin used a dagger to kill the king.”

2. verb

to stab or wound with a dagger.

“The pirate daggered the sailor in the chest.”

Synonyms

  • knife
  • stabbing instrument

Antonyms

  • saber
  • sword