Saber
/ˈseɪ.bər/noun
A type of sword with a curved, single-edged blade, typically used in cavalry.
Did you know?The saber is often associated with dueling and military honor, symbolizing not just a weapon but a rite of passage in many cultures.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
sabre
“A curved sword used by cavalry.”
Middle French
French
sabre
“A cutting sword, especially one with a curved blade.”
17th Century
Spanish
sable
“A type of sword, derived from the Latin term for 'curved.'”
Modern English
English
saber
“A term adopted in English for the curved sword used in military contexts.”
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