Sward: meaning, definitions and examples

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sward

 

[ swษ”หrd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

green grass

Sward is an area of grassy land, especially in a park or garden. It is often well-maintained and lush, providing a picturesque setting for picnics or leisurely strolls.

Synonyms

grassland, lawn, turf

Examples of usage

  • The sward in the park was so soft and inviting, perfect for a picnic.
  • The sward surrounding the castle was meticulously maintained, adding to its charm.
Context #2 | Noun

medieval literature

In medieval literature, sward is often used to describe the green grassy fields where knights would engage in jousting tournaments or battles. It symbolizes the idyllic countryside where heroic deeds take place.

Synonyms

field, meadow, pasture

Examples of usage

  • The knights rode out onto the sward, ready to prove their bravery in combat.
  • The epic poem described the sward where the final battle between good and evil would take place.

Translations

Translations of the word "sward" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น espada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคฒเคตเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schwert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pedang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ miecz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‰ฃ (ใ‘ใ‚“)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉpรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ espada

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kฤฑlฤฑรง

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒ€ (geom)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠู (sayf)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ meฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ meฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‰‘ (jiร n)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ meฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sverรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ะปั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ›แƒแƒšแƒ˜ (khmali)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑlฤฑnc

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ espada

Etymology

The word 'sward' has its origins in Middle English, coming from the Old English word 'sweard' which means 'skin' or 'rind'. Over time, it evolved to refer to the skin of the Earth, the grassy surface of the land. The use of 'sward' to describe a grassy area can be traced back to the 14th century, when it was commonly used in literature to evoke images of pastoral beauty and tranquility.

See also: sword, swordsman, swordswoman.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,963, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.