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Definitions for: Rapier
[n] a straight sword with a narrow blade and two edges
Webster (1913) Definition: Ra"pi*er, n. [F. rapi[`e]re, perhaps for raspi[`e]re,
and ultimately of German origin, akin to E. rasp, v.]
A straight sword, with a narrow and finely pointed blade,
used only for thrusting.
Rapier fish (Zo["o]l.), the swordfish. [Obs.] --Grew.
See Also: blade, brand, steel, sword
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