"sword" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

is a type of: arm, weapon, weapon system - any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
subtypes:
- backsword - a sword with only one cutting edge
- broadsword - a sword with a broad blade and (usually) two cutting edges; used to cut rather than stab
- cavalry sword, saber, sabre - a stout sword with a curved blade and thick back
- cutlas, cutlass - a short heavy curved sword with one edge; formerly used by sailors
- falchion - a short broad slightly convex medieval sword with a sharp point
- fencing sword - a sword used in the sport of fencing
- rapier, tuck - a straight sword with a narrow blade and two edges
specific instances: excalibur - the legendary sword of King Arthur
has:
- blade - the flat part of a tool or weapon that (usually) has a cutting edge
- foible - the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip
- forte - the stronger part of a sword blade between the hilt and the foible
- haft, helve - the handle of a weapon or tool
- hilt - the handle of a sword or dagger
- peak, point, tip - a V shape
same as: blade, brand, steel