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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

glaive

/ɡleɪv/ noun · British & US
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What does glaive mean?

noun

A large, heavy sword with a curved or hooked blade, typically used in medieval times. A glaive is a type of polearm.

Example

"The knight wielded a glaive in battle, its curved blade slicing through the enemy lines."

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