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glaive

American  
[gleyv] / gleɪv /
Also glave

noun

Archaic.
  1. a sword or broadsword.


glaive British  
/ ɡleɪv /

noun

  1. an archaic word for sword

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Etymology

Origin of glaive

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English, from Old French glaive, glai, from Latin gladius “sword”

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Hunters will unleash an arc burst of chain lightning that tracks enemies with their glaive.

From The Verge Feb. 28, 2022

I feel truly invincible with the glaive in Destiny 2, and it’s the first new weapon type in years that has made such an immediate impact on the way I play the game.

From The Verge Feb. 28, 2022

When I first started using the glaive, it felt intriguing and unique, allowing me to perform attacks and wipe out enemies in ways I’ve never been able to in Destiny 2 before.

From The Verge Feb. 28, 2022

Warlocks can deploy healing turrets with their glaive, which will complement the healing aspects of the solar and void subclasses for warlocks.

From The Verge Feb. 28, 2022

Matthew was a stout, honest fellow known for his skill with the glaive.

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi

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