bearing swords

A form of bearing sword — An oversized ceremonial sword usually carried by a squire or servant during parades to demonstrate the wealth and status of its owner, and not intended for combat.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of bearing sword
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APA

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MLA

“bearing swords.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/bearing%20swords. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “bearing swords,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/bearing%20swords.

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