noun🔗ShareA sword with one sharp edge."The museum display explained that the soldiers favored backswords because their single sharp edge made them effective for quick strikes in close combat. "weaponmilitaryhistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA stick with a basket handle, used in rustic amusements."The children played with their brightly painted backswords during recess. "entertainmentsportgameutensilChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe game in which the stick is used."The summer fair included demonstrations of traditional Cornish sports like wrestling and backswords. "sportgameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
