noun

scimitar

SIH-mih-tuh

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Scimitar (noun) means a sword with a curved blade, originally associated with the Middle East and Central Asia. Example: “The museum displayed an ornate scimitar once owned by a sultan.”

noun

A sword with a curved blade, originally associated with the Middle East and Central Asia.

"The museum displayed an ornate scimitar once owned by a sultan."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA curved sword, often pictured in stories set in the Middle East or Central Asia.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: scimitars
Third person singular: scimitars
Past tense: scimitared

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Etymology

First recorded in English in 1548, from French cimeterre or Italian scimitarra, ultimately traced back to a Persian word for "sword."

Origin: French · First attested 1548

Class of 1548 scimitar joined the language around 1548.

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Rhymes for scimitar

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Frequently asked questions

What does “scimitar” mean?

The word “scimitar” means a sword with a curved blade, originally associated with the Middle East and Central Asia. In plain terms, a curved sword, often pictured in stories set in the Middle East or Central Asia.

How do you pronounce “scimitar”?

“Scimitar” is pronounced SIH-mih-tuh (/ˈsɪmɪtəɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “scimitar” in a sentence?

Here is “scimitar” used in a sentence: “The museum displayed an ornate scimitar once owned by a sultan.”

What part of speech is “scimitar”?

“Scimitar” is a noun.

Where does the word “scimitar” come from?

The word “scimitar” dates back to around 1548 and comes from French. First recorded in English in 1548, from French cimeterre or Italian scimitarra, ultimately traced back to a Persian word for "sword.".