swordcraft

[ sawrd-kraft, -krahft, sohrd- ]

noun

1. skill in or the art of swordplay.
2. military skill or power.

swordcraft

/ ˈsɔːdˌkrɑːft /

noun

1. the art of using a sword

Word History and Origins

Origin of swordcraft¹

First recorded in 1850–55; sword + craft

Example Sentences

Of how to use it I knew nothing, unless many bouts at single-stick with Jack should be some sort of apprenticeship in swordcraft.

From Project Gutenberg

They learn to tremble as little at priestcraft as at swordcraft, having acquired something of each.

From Project Gutenberg

Captain Amber was my teacher in other things than swordcraft.

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