stiletto
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //stəˈɫɛtoʊ// UK //stɪlˈɛtəʊ// stilet·to
n. a very thin, sharp knife with a pointed tip. It was used in the past for fighting or as a hidden weapon.
n. a slender, pointed dagger with a blade of uniform width and a sharp, tapering point. Historically used as a concealed weapon or for dueling.
The detective found a small stiletto hidden in the drawer.
In many historical novels, the stiletto is depicted as a preferred weapon for assassins due to its ability to bypass armor.
The museum's collection includes a beautifully crafted stiletto from the Renaissance period, featuring a steel blade and an ornate hilt designed for both concealment and precision.