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Record 1 2022-10-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Cutting and Thrusting Weapons
  • Antique and Obsolete Weapons
DEF

A short sword with a slightly curved blade, formerly used by sailors.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Armes blanches
  • Armes anciennes
CONT

Le sabre d'abordage est une arme blanche en usage dans la marine. Il s'agit d'une sorte de sabre court à la lame épaisse, servant à la fois d'arme et d'outil (pour couper des cordages, par exemple).

Spanish

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