swordman

[ sawrd-muhn, sohrd- ]

noun

, plural sword·men.

1. swordsman.

Other Words From

• swordman·ship noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of swordman¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, swordman is from the Middle English word swerdman. See sword, -man

Example Sentences

For he had been a famous back-swordman in his young days, and a good wrestler at elbow and collar.

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Jack had half cut through the swordman's right arm, and the latter could no longer wield the heavy dah.

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I remember she said she would prefer a good swordman; tell her you are a good swordman, therefore.

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