bayonet
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Noun — A blade attached to the muzzle end of a rifle, used for close combat.
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Etymology
From French "baïonnette," named after Bayonne, the French town where the weapon is said to have first been made.
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What does “bayonet” mean?
The word “bayonet” means a blade attached to the muzzle end of a rifle, used for close combat. In plain terms, a knife-like blade fixed to the end of a gun for hand-to-hand fighting.
How do you pronounce “bayonet”?
“Bayonet” is pronounced BAY-uh-niht (/ˌbeɪəˈnɛt/ in IPA).
How do you use “bayonet” in a sentence?
Here is “bayonet” used in a sentence: “Soldiers fixed bayonets before the final charge.”
What part of speech is “bayonet”?
Depending on how it is used, “bayonet” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “bayonet” come from?
The word “bayonet” comes from French. From French "baïonnette," named after Bayonne, the French town where the weapon is said to have first been made.
How many meanings does “bayonet” have?
“Bayonet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a blade attached to the muzzle end of a rifle, used for close combat.