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swordplay

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Noun — Fighting, fencing, or dueling with swords.

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Etymology

From Old English sweordplega, literally "sword" + "play" (in the sense of combat or sport).

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What does “swordplay” mean?

The word “swordplay” means fighting, fencing, or dueling with swords. In plain terms, sword fighting, especially as a skill, sport, or performance.

How do you use “swordplay” in a sentence?

Here is “swordplay” used in a sentence: “The film's swordplay scenes were choreographed by a professional fencer.”

What part of speech is “swordplay”?

“Swordplay” is a noun.

Where does the word “swordplay” come from?

The word “swordplay” comes from Old English. From Old English sweordplega, literally "sword" + "play" (in the sense of combat or sport).

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