swordswoman
She wields blades
A swordswoman is a woman skilled in the use of a sword, whether in combat, sport, or ceremonial contexts.
The term parallels swordsman but specifies female gender, and appears in historical fiction, fantasy literature, and discussions of martial arts.
The swordswoman defeated three opponents in the tournament.
In fencing and kendo, female practitioners may be called swordswomen, though the gender-neutral fencer or practitioner is more common in competitive contexts.
Female Norse combatant
- valkyrieChooser of the slain
- amazonFormidable warlike woman
- knightHonored mounted soldier
- samuraiFeudal Japanese military caste
mercenary · champion · fighter · guardian · sentinel · crusader · soldier · battler
Slender dueling blade
- epeeFencing blade
- foilDefeat a plan
- sabreCurved single-edged sword
- katanaCurved Japanese fighting blade
longsword · broadsword · scimitar · blade · hilt · scabbard · sheath · steel
Defensive blade deflection
- thrustForceful forward motion
- lungeSudden forward movement
- riposteSwift clever reply
- feintDeceptive mock attack
bladework · counterattack · disengage · strike · slash · duel · bout · block
Skill from extensive practice
- proficientHaving practiced ability
- adeptHighly capable, well-versed
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
- agilityQuickness and ease
finesse · masterful · technique · precision · nimble · prowess · trained · disciplined
Resolutely without fear
- valiantCourageously determined
- fearlessLacking any apprehension
- boldCourageous and daring
- braveShowing courage despite fear
fierce · relentless · tenacious · resolute · unyielding · stalwart · undaunted · determined
shieldmaiden
Female Norse combatant
samurai · mercenary · champion · fighter · guardian · sentinel · crusader · soldier · battler · defender
rapier
Slender dueling blade
katana · longsword · broadsword · scimitar · blade · hilt · scabbard · sheath · steel · pommel
parry
Defensive blade deflection
feint · bladework · counterattack · disengage · strike · slash · duel · bout · block · dodge
expertise
Skill from extensive practice
- proficientHaving practiced ability
- adeptHighly capable, well-versed
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
agility · finesse · masterful · technique · precision · nimble · prowess · trained · disciplined · practiced
intrepid
Resolutely without fear
brave · fierce · relentless · tenacious · resolute · unyielding · stalwart · undaunted · determined · courageous
swordswomanarcher
One who shoots arrows
markswoman · gunwoman · lancer · sniper · sharpshooter
swordswomanpacifist
Anti-violence believer
noncombatant · civilian · healer · medic · peacemaker