dagger Antonyms
Meaning of dagger
dagger (n)
a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing
a character used in printing to indicate a cross reference or footnote
dagger (n.)
A short weapon used for stabbing. This is the general term: cf. Poniard, Stiletto, Bowie knife, Dirk, Misericorde, Anlace.
A mark of reference in the form of a dagger [/]. It is the second in order when more than one reference occurs on a page; -- called also obelisk.
A timber placed diagonally in a ship's frame.
dagger (v. t.)
To pierce with a dagger; to stab.
dagger Sentence Examples
- The assassin concealed a sharp dagger beneath his cloak.
- Sheathed in black leather, the dagger gleamed in the moonlight.
- The knight wielded his dagger with precision in the heat of battle.
- With a swift motion, he unsheathed his dagger and lunged at his opponent.
- The ancient dagger displayed intricate engravings along its blade.
- She felt a shiver run down her spine as she stared into the cold steel of the dagger.
- The thief used a dagger to pry open the lock on the treasure chest.
- The king presented the valiant soldier with a ceremonial dagger for his bravery.
- In the dimly lit alley, the sound of metal clashing echoed as two men fought with daggers.
- Legends spoke of a cursed dagger that brought misfortune to whoever possessed it.
FAQs About the word dagger
a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing, a character used in printing to indicate a cross reference or footnoteA short weapon used for
poniard, cutter, blade, switchblade, bolo, bowie knife, machete, sabre, sheath knife, sword
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The assassin concealed a sharp dagger beneath his cloak.
Sheathed in black leather, the dagger gleamed in the moonlight.
The knight wielded his dagger with precision in the heat of battle.
With a swift motion, he unsheathed his dagger and lunged at his opponent.
