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swashbuckler in French

swashbuckler in French is bretteur — swashbuckler means someone skilled with a sword who fights in a bold, theatrical style.

swashbuckler in French

bretteur
noun
A swordsman or fencer who engages in showy or extravagant swordplay.

What does "swashbuckler" mean?

  1. noun Someone skilled with a sword who fights in a bold, theatrical style.
  2. noun Someone bold who seeks out excitement and danger.
  3. noun A genre of historical adventure story featuring showy action and a light-hearted tone.
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What is "swashbuckler" in French?
"swashbuckler" in French is bretteur. swashbuckler means: Someone skilled with a sword who fights in a bold, theatrical style.
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