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Definition of «cutlass»

A cutlass is a short, curved sword with a blade that tapers to a sharp point. It was originally used by sailors and pirates in the 17th and 18th centuries as a weapon for close-quarter combat on ships or during boarding actions. The term "cutlass" can also refer to any short, curved sword, regardless of its origin or historical period.

Usage examples

  1. The pirate brandished his cutlass, striking fear into the hearts of his victims.
  2. The museum displayed an authentic 17th-century cutlass, showcasing its historical significance.
  3. The sailor swung his cutlass with precision and skill during the intense swordfight.
  4. In the swashbuckling adventure novel, the protagonist wielded a cutlass to defend his ship from enemy pirates.
  5. During the renaissance fair, participants dressed in period costumes, complete with a cutlass hanging from their belt.
  6. The treasure map indicated that the buried treasure could only be reached by crossing a treacherous jungle infested with pirates armed with cutlasses.
  7. The fencing instructor guided his students through various sword techniques, teaching them how to handle a cutlass effectively.
  8. The naval officer reviewed the crew's weapons, ensuring each sailor had a cutlass as a primary means of defense in close-quarters combat.
  9. In the historical documentary, experts analyzed the structure and design of a cutlass, explaining its advantages in naval combat during the golden age of piracy.
  10. The brave captain ordered his crew to ready their cutlasses as they approached the enemy vessel, preparing for a fierce boarding battle.

Phrases with «cutlass»

Sentences with «cutlass»

  • The ex-international said they cheated death as the six (6) gunmen attacked them with cutlasses with no place to hide. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
  • «They caught the driver of the NPP candidate, Busia and inflicted cutlass wounds on him,» the eyewitnesses told 3News, adding «they then continued to the NPP office where they ransacked everything». (ghanapoliticsonline.com)
  • «Mathew was said to have ran away only for him to return with his elder brother armed with cutlass in which they used to inflict injury on the deceased which resulted to his death». (securitykingng.org)
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