Greatsword

//ˈɡɹeɪt.sɔɹd// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any generally straight-bladed double-edged sword large enough to require the use of two hands to wield it effectively.

    "It is the "red horse" which was sent forth upon the opening of the "second seal," to whose rider was given power "to take peace from the earth that they should kill one another; and there was also given unto him a greatsword.""

Synonyms

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bastard swordbastard sword

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"It is the "red horse" which was sent forth upon the opening of the "second seal," to whose rider was given power "to take peace from the earth that they should kill one another; and there was also given unto him a greatsword.""

Etymology

From great + sword.

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