Cutlass: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ก๏ธ
cutlass
[ หkสtlษs ]
pirate weapon
A cutlass is a short, broad sabre or slashing sword, with a straight or slightly curved blade, used by pirates and sailors for close combat.
Synonyms
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| Word | Description / Examples |
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| cutlass |
Refers to a short, curved sword historically used by sailors and pirates. Often associated with maritime adventures or historical fiction.
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| sword |
A broad term for any long-bladed weapon used for cutting or thrusting. Suitable for general or historical contexts.
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| blade |
A general term for the cutting part of a tool, weapon, or machine. Used widely, from knives to swords and even machines. Neutral connotation.
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| sabre |
Refers to a type of light, curved sword with a single cutting edge, used historically by cavalry. Often related to European or military contexts.
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Examples of usage
- The pirate drew his cutlass and prepared to board the enemy ship.
- The sailor kept a sharp cutlass by his side at all times.
Translations
Translations of the word "cutlass" in other languages:
๐ต๐น alfange
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคฒเคพเคธ
๐ฉ๐ช Machete
๐ฎ๐ฉ pedang
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะพััะธะบ
๐ต๐ฑ szabla
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใใฉใน
๐ซ๐ท coutelas
๐ช๐ธ alfanje
๐น๐ท pala
๐ฐ๐ท ์ปคํ๋ผ์ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูู
๐จ๐ฟ maฤeta
๐ธ๐ฐ maฤeta
๐จ๐ณ ๅผฏๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ maฤeta
๐ฎ๐ธ skutulsverรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ าัะปัั
๐ฌ๐ช แฎแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qฤฑlฤฑnc
๐ฒ๐ฝ alfanje
Etymology
The word 'cutlass' originated from the 17th century French word 'coutelas', which was a short, thick-bladed sword. Cutlasses were commonly used by sailors and pirates during the Age of Sail for boarding actions and close combat. The design of the cutlass made it well-suited for the cramped conditions aboard ships, allowing for quick and effective strikes. Cutlasses have become iconic symbols of piracy and adventure, often depicted in literature and film.
See also: cut, cutaway, cutback, cute, cuticle, cutie, cutlery, cutlet, cutoff, cutout, cutter, cutters, cutthroat, cutting, cuttings, intercut, offcuts, undercut.