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cutlass

Syllabification: (cut·lass)
Pronunciation: /ˈkətləs/
Definition of cutlass

noun

  • a short sword with a slightly curved blade, formerly used by sailors.

Origin:

late 16th century: from French coutelas, based on Latin cultellus 'small knife' (see cutler)

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