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Definition of scramasax

scramasax

/ˈskræm.ə.sæks/
scram · a · sax

Plural:scramasaxes
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• noun

1

A large, single-edged knife or short sword used historically by early Germanic peoples and Anglo-Saxons for everyday utility, hunting, and close-quarters combat.

Example

"The archaeologist carefully brushed the dirt away to reveal a rusted scramasax buried alongside the remains of the Anglo-Saxon warrior."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Old Frankish or Old English 'scramasax', a historical compound of Germanic origin combining '*skram-' (meaning a cut or wound) and '*sahs' (meaning a knife, dagger, or short sword).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scramasax. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scramasax
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