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swordsman

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate UK //sˈɔːdzmən// swords·man Informal

n. a person who is very skilled at using a sword. You use this word to describe someone who has practiced sword fighting for a long time.

n. a person who is highly skilled in the use of a sword, particularly in combat or sport. Often used in historical or martial arts contexts to describe a practitioner of the art.


SIMPLE

The swordsman moved with great speed and precision.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of training, the swordsman could defeat even the most experienced opponents in a single duel.

COMPLEX

The historical novel follows the journey of a young swordsman as he travels across the kingdom to master the ancient techniques of his ancestors.

Synonyms
Origin

From sword + -s- + man.

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