tulwar
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of tulwar
1825–35; < Hindi talwār, tarwār < Sanskrit taravāri
Example Sentences
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A fire blazed high and in its light men leaped and whirled in a mad dance with tulwar blades catching and reflecting the red gleam of flames.
From The Defiant Agents by Norton, Andre
Disdaining to jump he came down slowly, and faced Mowbray without laying hand on the pistol or jeweled tulwar he carried.
From The Great Mogul by Tracy, Louis
It struck in a nasty place, but being, as my old Latin coach said, awfully thick-skulled, the pommel of the tulwar didn’t break through.
From Fix Bay'nets The Regiment in the Hills by Groome, William H. C.
The gateman came creeping to Yasmini's side, and, with yellow fangs showing in a grin meant to be affectionate, displayed an Afghan tulwar.
From Guns of the Gods by Mundy, Talbot
Raee also extended his arm, grasping his tulwar, but he did not let it go until an officer touched his shoulder and spoke.
From Atmâ A Romance by Frazer, Caroline Augusta
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