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 Definitions of backsword  [ˈbækˌsɔrd, -ˌsoʊrd]  

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Definition of 'backsword' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) backsword
a sword with one edge sharpened.

Etymology:  (1590–1600)

Definition of 'backsword' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) singlestick, fencing stick, backsword
a stick used instead of a sword for fencing

2. (noun) backsword
a sword with only one cutting edge


Definition of 'backsword' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) backsword
a sword with one sharp edge

2. (noun) backsword
in England, a stick with a basket handle, used in rustic amusements; also, the game in which the stick is used. Also called singlestick



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