sabre
/ˈseɪ.bər/
NOUN
1. A light, curved sword with a cutting edge
A light sword, typically curved, sharp along the front edge, part of the back edge, and at the point.
1.1. Swords and bladed weapons
A light sword or similar bladed weapon designed for cutting or thrusting.
Synonyms
Examples
- The cavalry officer drew his gleaming sabre before leading the charge.
- In the ceremonial procession, the general proudly carried a ceremonial sabre.
Related Words
1.2. Cutting edge of a blade
The sharpened edge or cutting part of a bladed weapon.
Synonyms
- cutting edge
- edge
Examples
- The weapon's sharp edge made the sabre particularly effective in combat.
Related Words
- point
- steel
- blade
NOUN
2. A modern fencing sword modeled after the sabre
A fencing weapon modeled after the traditional sabre, used in the sport of sabre fencing.
2.1. Fencing equipment and sport
A specialized sword used in competitive fencing, with rules and techniques based on traditional sabre combat.
Synonyms
Examples
- Fencing enthusiasts practiced precise movements with the elegant sabre.
Related Words
- epee
- foil
- fencing sword
- blade
VERB
3. To strike or kill with a sabre
To attack, wound, or kill someone by striking them with a sabre.
3.1. Attacking with a sword
To strike or kill a person using a sabre.
Synonyms
Examples
- The cavalry soldier attempted to sabre his opponent during the battle.
Related Words
- attack
- wound
- slay
- stab