What is another word for cutlass?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌtləs] (IPA)

Cutlass is a term that refers to a kind of sword specifically designed for slashing and chopping. It is most commonly associated with pirates and naval battles. However, there are other synonyms that can be used to describe a cutlass, including saber, scimitar, falchion, hatchet, and machete. A saber typically has a curved blade and is used for cavalry and fencing, while a scimitar has a similar blade but is more associated with Middle Eastern cultures. A falchion is a short sword with a broad, straight blade and a hatchet is a cutting tool with a short handle. Finally, a machete is a large, heavy knife with a broad blade, often used for cutting vegetation or as a weapon.

Synonyms for Cutlass:

What are the hypernyms for Cutlass?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    blade, sword, bladed weapon, edged weapon.

Usage examples for Cutlass

The attendants were dismissed; she remained struggling in his arms; and then, laying my hand on Tom's cutlass, giving him at the same time a sidelong look, I softly drew out the weapon, and, bounding forward toward Gonsalvo, I plunged it into his side.
"Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. XX"
Alexander Leighton
Your Majesty, I cannot speak the Dutch language except with a cutlass.
"The Blue Pavilions"
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch
Mac Fane had his pistols and cutlass, yet seemed to suppose a possibility even of my conquering them.
"Anna St. Ives"
Thomas Holcroft

Famous quotes with Cutlass

  • Founded on rock and facing the night-fouled sea A beacon blinks at its own brilliance, Over and over with cutlass gaze Solving the Gordian waters ...
    Richard Wilbur

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