Glaive Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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glaive

[gleɪv ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Noun}

medieval weapon

A glaive is a European polearm weapon, consisting of a single-edged blade on the end of a pole. It was used in medieval times primarily by foot soldiers.

Synonyms

halberd, pikeman, polearm.

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Word	Description / Examples
glaive	A medieval weapon with a long blade on the end of a pole, often used in fantasy literature or games. The knight swung his glaive with deadly precision. In the realm of magic and monsters, the hero wielded a powerful glaive.

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glaive

A medieval weapon with a long blade on the end of a pole, often used in fantasy literature or games.

The knight swung his glaive with deadly precision.
In the realm of magic and monsters, the hero wielded a powerful glaive.

Examples of usage

The knight wielded a glaive with great skill in battle.
The glaive was a popular weapon among infantry soldiers during the Middle Ages.

Translations

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Origin of 'glaive'

The word 'glaive' originated from the Old French word 'glaive' which meant sword or blade. It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a type of polearm weapon. The glaive was a versatile weapon that saw use in various European battles and conflicts throughout history.