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Swashing: meaning, definitions and examples

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swashing

 

[ ˈswɒʃɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

movement, action

Swashing refers to making a sweeping or bold movement, particularly with a weapon. It can also imply a showy or ostentatious display of one's abilities or qualities. In literature, it can denote a flamboyant style.

Synonyms

brandishing, flourishing, swinging

Examples of usage

  • He entered the room swashing his sword as a display of bravado.
  • The dancer was swashing across the stage, captivating the audience.
  • In the film, the pirate was constantly swashing around, showcasing his skills.

Translations

Translations of the word "swashing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sacudindo

🇮🇳 स्वाशिंग

🇩🇪 schwenken

🇮🇩 mengayunkan

🇺🇦 махати

🇵🇱 machanie

🇯🇵 スワッシング

🇫🇷 agiter

🇪🇸 sacudir

🇹🇷 sallamak

🇰🇷 흔들다

🇸🇦 تأرجح

🇨🇿 mávat

🇸🇰 mávanie

🇨🇳 摇动

🇸🇮 mahanje

🇮🇸 veifa

🇰🇿 сілкілеу

🇬🇪 დაჯახება

🇦🇿 sarsıntı

🇲🇽 sacudir

Etymology

The word 'swash' dates back to the late 16th century, originally meaning to splash or to make a showy display. It's derived from the Old English word 'sweccan', meaning to dash or sweep. 'Swashing' developed as a variant form used to describe actions filled with flair or bravado, especially in contexts such as dueling or performing arts. Over time, it has been adopted in various forms of literature, especially in the genre that romanticizes heroes and adventurers, encapsulating a sense of grandeur and audacity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,795, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.