dirk Synonyms
dirk Meaning
dirk (n)
a relatively long dagger with a straight blade
dirk (n.)
A kind of dagger or poniard; -- formerly much used by the Scottish Highlander.
dirk (v. t.)
To stab with a dirk.
To darken.
dirk (a.)
Dark.
dirk Sentence Examples
- The menacing pirate brandished his dirk as the ship drew closer.
- The actor flourished a gleaming dirk during the play's climactic duel.
- Carefully carving intricate designs, the artisan used a tiny dirk as his primary tool.
- Legends spoke of a Scottish warrior who wielded a dirk with unmatched skill.
- During the raid, the assailants were swiftly disarmed of their dirks and rendered defenseless.
- Hidden in the depths of the antique chest, the old sailor discovered a corroded dirk, a relic of his seafaring days.
- As part of their traditional attire, Scottish Highlanders proudly display a dirk tucked into their belts.
- The archaeologist gingerly unearthed a well-preserved dirk, offering a glimpse into the region's ancient history.
- With a swift and precise thrust, the hunter brought down his quarry using a sharp dirk.
- The weathered dirk, passed down through generations, symbolized bravery and loyalty within the noble family.
FAQs About the word dirk
a relatively long dagger with a straight bladeA kind of dagger or poniard; -- formerly much used by the Scottish Highlander., To stab with a dirk., Dark., To da
dagger, pocketknife, switchblade, machete, bolo, bodkin, poniard, bayonet, cutlass, knife
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The menacing pirate brandished his dirk as the ship drew closer.
The actor flourished a gleaming dirk during the play's climactic duel.
Carefully carving intricate designs, the artisan used a tiny dirk as his primary tool.
Legends spoke of a Scottish warrior who wielded a dirk with unmatched skill.
