dao
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Noun — A traditional Chinese single-edged sword with a curved blade, used mainly for slashing and chopping.
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Etymology
From Chinese 刀 (dāo), literally "single-edged blade."
Full origin of dao →Frequently asked questions
What does “dao” mean?
The word “dao” means a traditional Chinese single-edged sword with a curved blade, used mainly for slashing and chopping. In plain terms, a curved Chinese sword, distinct from the straight double-edged jian.
How do you pronounce “dao”?
“Dao” is pronounced dow (/daʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “dao” in a sentence?
Here is “dao” used in a sentence: “The museum displayed an ornate dao once carried by a Qing dynasty officer.”
What part of speech is “dao”?
“Dao” is a noun.
Where does the word “dao” come from?
The word “dao” comes from Chinese. From Chinese 刀 (dāo), literally "single-edged blade.".
