dirk
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈdɝk// UK //dˈɜːk// dirk
n. a long, straight dagger with a sharp point. Sailors used to wear these as weapons or tools on ships.
n. a long, straight-bladed dagger, historically worn by sailors and soldiers. Often features a distinctive handle design, such as a basket hilt.
He pulled a small dirk from his belt.
The pirate kept a rusted dirk in his boot for quick defense.
The museum display featured a silver-hilted dirk, its blade etched with the name of a forgotten naval captain.
Borrowed from Dutch and North German Dirk.