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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rapier

/ræˈpaɪər/ noun · British & US
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What does rapier mean?

noun

A long, thin, flexible sword with a sharp point, used for thrusting, especially in the 16th to 17th centuries. A person who excels in a particular activity, especially a sport or game.

Example

"The fencer wielded her rapier with deadly precision, her opponent no match for her skill."

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