swashbuckle

[swosh-buhk-uhl, swawsh-]

verb (used without object)

swashbuckled, swashbuckling 

1. to work, behave, or perform as a swashbuckler.

Word History and Origins

Origin of swashbuckle¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; back formation from swashbuckler

Example Sentences

Sterling K. Brown, an executive producer, plays Medwin, a character much expanded from the novel, the unofficial mayor of the Black community who will swashbuckle in when a day needs to be saved.

From Los Angeles Times

Intrigue abounds, not least over whether England can swashbuckle their way to success against an Australian bowling attack that is pound-for-pound the best on the planet.

From BBC

As well as being an actor, Bryon has previously written for the children's TV shows Rastamouse, Swashbuckle and Apple Tree House.

From BBC

Abrams said audiences should expect “great, daring swashbuckle fun” as Rey, Poe and Finn team together, a “moving” story and even “horror” at times.

From Reuters

There’s every kind of swashbuckle flair to this Nats plan.

From Washington Post

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