Associations to the word «Backsword»

Wiktionary

BACKSWORD, noun. A sword with one sharp edge.
BACKSWORD, noun. (UK) (dated) A stick with a basket handle, used in rustic amusements.
BACKSWORD, noun. (UK) (dated) The game in which the stick is used.

Dictionary definition

BACKSWORD, noun. A stick used instead of a sword for fencing.
BACKSWORD, noun. A sword with only one cutting edge.

Wise words

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