broadsword meaning

Definition of broadsword

1. a sword with a broad blade and (usually) two cutting edges; used to cut rather than stab

   Type of: sword

   Kinds: claymore

broadsword in a sentence

• I can hold my own, both with single rapier, backsword, sword and dagger, broadsword, or case of falchions.

How to pronounce broadsword

broadsword is pronounced /ˈbrɔdsɔrd/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.