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sword cane

American

noun

a cane or walking stick having a hollow shaft that serves as a sheath for a sword or dagger.

sword cane British

noun

another name for swordstick

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Etymology

Origin of sword cane

First recorded in 1830–40

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Another antiquated law unearthed by John Davis provides a $100 minimum fine for anyone who carries a "pistol, dirk, dagger, slingshot, handchain, night stick, sword cane, spear or bowie knife."

From Time Magazine Archive

Carrying a sword cane is a felony in New York City if the person involved has been previously convicted of a crime.

From Time Magazine Archive

Holding the other at bay with a sword cane, Cadell shrills a police whistle as the curtain falls.

From Time Magazine Archive

A lover and highly successful practitioner of romantic balladry, Chesterton carried a sword cane and a 14-in. clasp knife under his flowing cape.

From Time Magazine Archive

Franz Veltrin was in evidence with his audiovisual recorder, and Colonel Zareff was leaning on his silver-headed sword cane.

From The Cosmic Computer by Piper, H. Beam

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