noun
verdun
vuh-DUHN
Verdun (noun) means a style of rapier, a long, slender thrusting sword, popular in the 16th century. Example: “The museum displayed a finely etched verdun beside a suit of ceremonial armor.”
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A style of rapier, a long, slender thrusting sword, popular in the 16th century.
"The museum displayed a finely etched verdun beside a suit of ceremonial armor."
How to use verdun
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old term for a slim, pointed dueling sword from the 1500s.
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Word forms
- Plural
- verduns
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Etymology
Named after the French town of Verdun, historically associated with sword-making.
Frequently asked questions
What does “verdun” mean?
The word “verdun” means a style of rapier, a long, slender thrusting sword, popular in the 16th century. In plain terms, an old term for a slim, pointed dueling sword from the 1500s.
How do you pronounce “verdun”?
“Verdun” is pronounced vuh-DUHN (/və(ɹ)ˈdʌn/ in IPA).
How do you use “verdun” in a sentence?
Here is “verdun” used in a sentence: “The museum displayed a finely etched verdun beside a suit of ceremonial armor.”
What part of speech is “verdun”?
“Verdun” is a noun.
Where does the word “verdun” come from?
The word “verdun” comes from French. Named after the French town of Verdun, historically associated with sword-making.
