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Definition of shortsword

shortsword

/ˈʃɔːrtˌsɔːrd/
short · sword
Plural:shortswords
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• noun

1

A sword with a relatively short blade, typically between one and two feet in length, designed for one-handed use and thrusting in close quarters.

Example

"The museum exhibit featured a Roman shortsword alongside several bronze shields."

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• Nearby Words

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shortsightedness
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shortsword. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shortsword
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