Swordfighter: meaning, definitions and examples

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swordfighter

 

[ ˈsɔrdˌfaɪtər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

martial arts

A swordfighter is a person who engages in combat with a sword. This term often encompasses various styles of swordsmanship, whether in historical contexts or modern martial arts. Swordfighters may practice alone or in martial tournaments, showcasing their skills with different types of swords.

Synonyms

duelist, fencer, swordsman.

Examples of usage

  • The swordfighter demonstrated incredible skill during the tournament.
  • In the movie, the main character trains to become a master swordfighter.
  • The art of the swordfighter is not just about strength, but also technique.

Translations

Translations of the word "swordfighter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lutador de espada

🇮🇳 तलवारबाज़

🇩🇪 Schwertkämpfer

🇮🇩 petarung pedang

🇺🇦 мечник

🇵🇱 wojownik mieczem

🇯🇵 剣士

🇫🇷 épéiste

🇪🇸 espadachín

🇹🇷 kılıç dövüşçüsü

🇰🇷 검객

🇸🇦 مقاتل بالسيف

🇨🇿 mečový bojovník

🇸🇰 mečový bojovník

🇨🇳 剑客

🇸🇮 mečevalec

🇮🇸 sverðkappi

🇰🇿 қылышшы

🇬🇪 სიტყვების მებრძოლი

🇦🇿 qılınc döyüşçüsü

🇲🇽 espadachín

Etymology

The term 'swordfighter' has its roots in the combination of two words: 'sword', which derives from the Old English 'sweord' and the Proto-Germanic 'sweordô', and 'fighter', stemming from the Old English 'feohtan', meaning to fight. Historically, swordfighting was a crucial skill in warfare and personal defense, evolving throughout the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance. Various schools of swordsmanship developed, influenced by regions and cultures, leading to modern interpretations, such as fencing and historical European martial arts. The practice of swordfighting, whether for self-defense, sport, or martial art, continues to be a revered skill that emphasizes discipline, strategy, and physical agility.