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An offensive weapon, having a long and usually sharp-pointed blade with a cutting edge or edges. It is the general term, including the small sword, rapier, saber, scimiter, and many other varieties. [1913 Webster]
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Hence, the emblem of judicial vengeance or punishment, or of authority and power. [1913 Webster]
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Destruction by the sword, or in battle; war; dissension. [1913 Webster]
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The military power of a country. [1913 Webster]
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One of the end bars by which the lay of a hand loom is suspended. [1913 Webster]