sword

/sɔrd/

Definitions

1. noun

a weapon with a long, thin blade, typically used for cutting or thrusting.

“The knight unsheathed his sword and prepared for battle.”

2. verb

to defeat or overcome (someone) in a contest or competition.

“He was sworded by his opponent in the chess tournament.”

3. verb

to cut or thrust with a sword.

“The pirate was sworded by the rival crew and had to surrender.”

4. verb

to remove or reject (something) as being unacceptable.

“The idea was not sworded by the team and was implemented instead.”

5. noun

a swordfish.

“The chef prepared a sword to be served at the dinner party.”

Synonyms

  • blade
  • cutlass
  • rapier

Antonyms

  • shield
  • spear