Saber

/ˈseɪbər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A long, heavy sword with a curved blade, used especially by cavalry.

He drew his saber from the scabbard as the enemy approached.

A type of sword used in fencing, typically with a flexible blade and a guard.

In the fencing match, she expertly wielded her saber to score points against her opponent.

verb

To wield a saber or to strike with a saber.

He sabered the champagne bottle with a swift motion of his sword.

From the French word 'sabre', which came from the Hungarian 'szablya'.

saber rattling:

A display of military power or threats to intimidate.

saber-toothed:

Referring to a prehistoric carnivorous mammal with long, curved canine teeth.

To know or have knowledge.

I saber the answer to the test question.

To understand a situation clearly.

Once he explained it, I saber what he meant.