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SPADROON
Etymology
Noun
spadroon (plural spadroons)
A single-handed, lightweight sword.
A long heavy sword for both hands; a spadone.
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Source: Wiktionary
Spa*droon", n. Etym: [Cf. F. & Sp. espadon, It. spadone. See Espadon, Spade.]
Definition: A sword, especially a broadsword, formerly used both to cut and thrust.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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