noun
- curved swords with a single sharp edge, traditionally used in Middle Eastern and Asian countries
Usage: plural of scimitar
Examples
- The museum displayed several ornate scimitars from the Ottoman Empire.
- Pirates in the movie wielded gleaming scimitars during the sword fight.
- The collection included both European rapiers and Middle Eastern scimitars.
- Ancient warriors carried scimitars into battle for their cutting power.
- The antique shop had a pair of decorative scimitars mounted on the wall.
- Scimitars were favored by cavalry because of their curved design.