Backsword and Sword

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Backsword noun - A sword with only one cutting edge.

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Sword and backsword are semantically related in arm topic. In some cases you can use "Sword" instead a noun "Backsword".

Sword noun - A hand weapon with a length of metal sharpened on one or both sides and usually tapered to a sharp point.

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Backsword and sword are semantically related in weapon topic. You can use "Backsword" instead a noun "Sword".

Nearby Words: swordsman, swordsmanship

The Basket-Hilted Broad Sword and Back Sword: The backsword was a single-handed sword with a broad, straight (or slightly curved) single-edged blade, fitted with a basket hilt that fully protected the hand.

Source: Useful Notes / European Swordsmanship

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