scimiter
Middle Eastern sword
Scimiter is a less common spelling of scimitar, a curved sword with the edge on the convex side, associated with Middle Eastern and South Asian warriors.
The blade's shape makes it effective for slashing from horseback.
The warrior drew his scimiter and charged.
- curvedSmoothly bent, not angular
- bladeFlat cutting edge
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