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swordsmanship

Swordsmanship (noun) means Skill in using a sword. Example: “Years of practice had honed her swordsmanship to a fine art.”

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Skill in using a sword.
"Years of practice had honed her swordsmanship to a fine art."

How to use swordsmanship

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe skill and technique of fighting with a sword.

Common pairings
display swordsmanship master swordsmanship skilled in swordsmanship

Word forms

swordsmanships plural

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Etymology

Formed from swordsman + the suffix -ship, meaning "skill or quality of."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “swordsmanship” mean?

The word “swordsmanship” means skill in using a sword. In plain terms, the skill and technique of fighting with a sword.

How do you use “swordsmanship” in a sentence?

Here is “swordsmanship” used in a sentence: “Years of practice had honed her swordsmanship to a fine art.”

What part of speech is “swordsmanship”?

“Swordsmanship” is a noun.

What is the meaning of swordsmanship?

"swordsmanship" (noun) means skill in using a sword.

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