sword
UK/sɒ:d/US
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Definitions
n.
A long-bladed weapon with a hilt, designed to cut, stab, or slash
剑，刀
v.
To stab or cut with a sword
用剑刺或砍
Root Breakdown
Native Englishswordother
=sword
Common Collocations
- 1.draw a sword拔剑
- 2.double-edged sword双刃剑（比喻利弊兼有）
- 3.sword fight剑术对决
- 4.fall on one's sword引咎辞职／承担责任
Example Sentences
- 1.
The knight drew his sword and prepared to defend the castle gates.
- 2.
In many cultures, the sword is a powerful symbol of honor and justice.
- 3.
He trained for years to master the art of sword fighting.