Complete Definition of "broadsword"

English

Etymology
broad + sword

Pronunciation
Pronunciation guide|SAMPA: /'brO:dsO:(r)d/

Noun
en-noun

  1. A type of sword, usually a longsword, that has a broad cutting blade that does blunt damage as well as cutting damage. They were the pinnacle of medieval European sword technology.

See also
falchion

Category:Weapons

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