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Word

kris

US/ˈkɹɪs/

UK/kɹˈɪs/

Definition

v. to attack or kill someone using a kris dagger.

v. to stab, cut, or kill specifically with a kris.

Examples

“The museum displays an ancient kris with a gold handle.”

“During the traditional ceremony, the groom wore a ceremonial kris tucked into the back of his belt.”

“The artisan spent months forging the kris, carefully layering the steel to create the intricate 'pamor' patterns that define a high-quality blade.”

Examples

simple

“The museum displays an ancient kris with a gold handle.”

contextual

“During the traditional ceremony, the groom wore a ceremonial kris tucked into the back of his belt.”

complex

“The artisan spent months forging the kris, carefully layering the steel to create the intricate 'pamor' patterns that define a high-quality blade.”

Usage

This verb is transitive and requires a direct object.

Synonyms

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C2 · Proficiency
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