sword bayonet

American  

noun

1. a short sword that may be attached to the muzzle of a gun and used as a bayonet.

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sword bayonet British  

noun

1. a bayonet with a swordlike blade and hilt, capable of use as a sword

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Etymology

Origin of sword bayonet

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

Meanwhile, however, Cunningham had dropped his shovel, and, having drawn the sword bayonet with which he was armed, stood quite quietly on the defensive, alertly on the watch.

From Turned Adrift by Hodgson, Edward S.

But the latest development is the sword bayonet, of which this is an example.

From Ashton-Kirk, Investigator by McIntyre, John T.

However, I led the way, holding my candle high, and keeping the sword bayonet very handy.

From Carnacki, the Ghost Finder by Hodgson, William Hope

I will take your sword bayonet with me.

From Through Three Campaigns A Story of Chitral, Tirah and Ashanti by Paget, Walter

I had the sword bayonet I have told you about; and when the landlord got back, we sat talking in my study until nearly midnight.

From Carnacki, the Ghost Finder by Hodgson, William Hope