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Definition of Spadroon
1. n. A sword, especially a broadsword, formerly used both to cut and thrust.
Definition of Spadroon
1. Noun. A single-handed, lightweight sword. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Spadroon
1. a cut and thrust sword [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Spadroon
Literary usage of Spadroon
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Encyclopaedia Britannica: “a” Dictionary of Arts, Sciences, Literature edited by Hugh Chisholm (1911)
"... and spadroon, the English and German two-handers and the Scotch claymore (see
SWORD). There was indeed a heavy curved fencing weapon called ..."
2. The Encyclopedia Britannica: A Dictionary of Arts, Sciences, Literature and by Hugh Chisholm (1911)
"... and spadroon, the English and German two-handers and the Scotch claymore (see
SWORD). There was indeed a heavy curved fencing weapon called ..."
3. Helps and Hints how to Protect Life and Property: With Instructions in Rifle by Charles Random de Bérenger Beaufain, George Cruikshank, Robert Cruikshank (1835)
"Your " tools," or rather weapons, I shall first draw your attention to: THE STICK
is an excellent weapon, and in the hands of a good spadroon swordsman ..."
4. The Monthly Review by Ralph Griffiths (1798)
"To which are added Remarks on the spadroon. With Plates. 8vo. pp. 108. 6s. Boards.
Egerton. 1798. This is an excellent little work ; fully containing every ..."
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