sabre

[ˈseɪbər]

sabre Definition

  • 1a type of sword with a curved blade and a single cutting edge
  • 2a light fencing sword with a curved blade and a small guard

Using sabre: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sabre" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cavalryman drew his sabre and charged the enemy.

  • Example

    He practiced fencing with a sabre.

  • Example

    The pirate brandished his sabre menacingly.

  • Example

    The museum displayed an antique sabre from the Napoleonic era.

sabre Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sabre

Phrases with sabre

  • to rattle sabres

    to make aggressive military threats or show of force

    Example

    The two countries have been rattling sabres at each other for months.

  • to unsheathe or pull out a sabre from its scabbard

    Example

    The knight drew his sabre and charged into battle.

  • to end hostilities or put away weapons

    Example

    The two sides agreed to sheathe their sabres and negotiate a peace treaty.

Origins of sabre

from French 'sabre', from German 'Säbel', from Hungarian 'szablya'

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Summary: sabre in Brief

A 'sabre' [ˈseɪbər] is a type of sword with a curved blade and a single cutting edge, often associated with cavalrymen. It can also refer to a light fencing sword with a curved blade and small guard. Examples include 'The cavalryman drew his sabre and charged the enemy.' and 'He practiced fencing with a sabre.' Phrases like 'to rattle sabres' denote aggressive military threats, while 'to sheathe the sabre' means to end hostilities.