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Swashbuckler: meaning, definitions and examples

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swashbuckler

 

[ หˆswษ”หสƒหŒbสŒk.lษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

adventurous character

A swashbuckler is a skilled swordsman or adventurer known for engaging in daring and flamboyant exploits, often associated with pirate or heroic tales. This term commonly evokes images of charismatic figures who take risks and live for thrill-seeking adventures.

Synonyms

adventurer, daredevil, hero, pirate

Examples of usage

  • The swashbuckler leaped off the ship to fight a sea monster.
  • He admired the swashbuckler's fearless attitude in the face of danger.
  • In the film, the swashbuckler rescued the princess with flair.

Translations

Translations of the word "swashbuckler" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pirata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคพเค‚เคฌเคพเคœ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Freibeuter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pembajak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ั€ะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pirat

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆตท่ณŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท flibustier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pirata

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท korsan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•ด์ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุฑุตุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pirรกt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pirรกt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆตท็›—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pirat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sjรณrรฆningi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ะฐา›ัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒ แƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™niz qulduru

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pirata

Etymology

The word 'swashbuckler' originated in the late 16th century, combining two terms: 'swash', which refers to the sound of a sword being drawn or a loud, showy display, and 'buckler', a type of small shield used for deflecting blows in combat. The imagery painted by this fusion suggests a flamboyant, adventurous individual, often involving swordplay and bravado. The term gained popularity in literature and theatrical productions, particularly in tales involving pirates, musketeers, and other larger-than-life characters. It reflects a cultural fascination with adventure, heroism, and the romanticized views of combat. Over time, 'swashbuckler' has been adopted in various forms of media, including film and literature, and continues to evoke the virtues of courage and excitement.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,712, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.