# swordsman

/sˈɔːdzmən/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/swordsman
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

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.

For teachers: 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.

## Examples

- The swordsman moved with great speed and precision.
- After years of training, the swordsman could defeat even the most experienced opponents in a single duel.
- The historical novel follows the journey of a young swordsman as he travels across the kingdom to master the ancient techniques of his ancestors.

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