noun

morgenstern

Morgenstern (noun) means a medieval war club or mace whose head is studded with spikes, resembling a spiked ball. Example: “The museum displayed a morgenstern alongside other medieval close-combat weapons.”

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noun

A medieval war club or mace whose head is studded with spikes, resembling a spiked ball.

"The museum displayed a morgenstern alongside other medieval close-combat weapons."

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In plain EnglishA spiked club or mace used in medieval warfare, nicknamed after the morning star for its spiky, radiating look.

Common pairings

a spiked morgenstern wield a morgenstern

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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Word forms

morgensterns plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from German Morgenstern, literally "morning star," a poetic name for the spiked weapon.

Origin: German

Frequently asked questions

What does “morgenstern” mean?

The word “morgenstern” means a medieval war club or mace whose head is studded with spikes, resembling a spiked ball. In plain terms, a spiked club or mace used in medieval warfare, nicknamed after the morning star for its spiky, radiating look.

How do you use “morgenstern” in a sentence?

Here is “morgenstern” used in a sentence: “The museum displayed a morgenstern alongside other medieval close-combat weapons.”

What part of speech is “morgenstern”?

“Morgenstern” is a noun.

Where does the word “morgenstern” come from?

The word “morgenstern” comes from German. Borrowed from German Morgenstern, literally "morning star," a poetic name for the spiked weapon.

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