First Known Use: 1553
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1rapier
noun ra·pi·er \ˈrā-pē-ər\
: a straight sword that has a narrow blade with sharp edges
Full Definition of RAPIER
: a straight 2-edged sword with a narrow pointed blade
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Origin of RAPIER
Middle French (espee) rapiere
2rapier
adjective
: extremely sharp
Full Definition of RAPIER
: extremely sharp or keen <a rapier wit>
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First Known Use of RAPIER
1824
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rapier
noun ra·pi·er \ˈrā-pē-ər\
Definition of RAPIER for Kids
: a straight sword with a narrow blade having two sharp edges
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