1. a broad, curved sword with a single cutting edge
Usage: historical

Examples

• The medieval knight drew his falchion from its sheath.
• Pirates often favored the falchion for close combat aboard ships.
• The museum displayed an ornate falchion from the 14th century.
• His falchion gleamed in the torchlight as he prepared for battle.
• The blacksmith forged a new falchion with a razor-sharp edge.
• Ancient warriors wielded falchions in countless battles throughout history.