Word
stiletto
Phoneticsstilet·to
US/stəˈɫɛtoʊ/
UK/stɪlˈɛtəʊ/
Definition
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.
Examples
“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.”
Examples
simple
“The detective found a small stiletto hidden in the drawer.”
contextual
“In many historical novels, the stiletto is depicted as a preferred weapon for assassins due to its ability to bypass armor.”
complex
“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.”
Real-World Examples
“On stage in London, Grande showed no signs of fragility or poor health - other than a foot injury that required her to swap her trademark stilettos for a succession of knee-high platform boots.” Scan code
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