English Explanatory Dictionary

Swiss dagger

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A distinctive type of dagger used in Switzerland and by Swiss mercenaries during the 16th century, having two crescent-shaped, inward-bent metal bars delimiting the hilt.

Word forms

Swiss dagger Swiss daggers
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