Meaning of BACKSWORD
| Pronunciation: | | 'bak`sowrd
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- [n] a sword with only one cutting edge
- [n] a stick used instead of a sword for fencing
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| | Synonyms: | | fencing stick, singlestick |
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| | See Also: | | blade, brand, steel, stick, sword | |
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| | Definition: | | \Back"sword`\, n. [2d back,n.+ sword.]
1. A sword with one sharp edge.
2. In England, a stick with a basket handle, used in rustic
amusements; also, the game in which the stick is used.
Also called singlestick. --Halliwell.
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