MEANING
A curved, usually single-edged sword associated with regions of the Middle East and neighboring areas.
Use it for
regional arms; slashing attacks; distinctive weapon silhouettesLet the blade's curve matter without using it as exotic decoration alone.
Words that belong together
- draw a scimitar
- curved scimitar
- scimitar blade
On the page
She drew the scimitar only after the negotiations failed.
The scimitar's edge caught on a hidden metal clasp.
He wrapped the inherited scimitar in cloth for the long voyage.
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Word forms
- Base
- scimitar
Usage notes
Primary category: fantasy. A broad English label covering varied sword traditions; not every curved sword is best called a scimitar. Noun: scimitar; plural scimitars.
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