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cutlas

/ˈkʌt.ləs/

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noun

/ˈkʌt.ləs/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее короткий, тяжёлый изогнутый меч с одним лезвием, исторически использовавшийся моряками.

A noun referring to a short, heavy, curved sword with a single edge, historically used by sailors.

  1. Short curved swordB2formal

    A short, heavy, curved sword with a single cutting edge, historically used by sailors and pirates.

    ruКороткий изогнутый меч

    • The pirate brandished his cutlass during the boarding.
    • Sailors often carried a cutlass for close combat.
    • The museum displayed an antique cutlass from the 18th century.

    Synonymsbackswordfalchionhangersaberscimitar