how to pronounce broadsword
/ˈbɹɔːd.sɔːd/
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broadsword is pronounced in two syllables
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An example use of broadsword in a speech by a native speaker of british english:
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meanings of broadsword
noun:
- A type of early modern sword that has a broad double-edged blade for cutting (as opposed to the more slender thrust-oriented rapier) and a basket hilt.
- Synonym of longsword.
- A person armed with such a sword.
broadsword frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR
the word broadsword occurs in english on average 0.1 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.
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