Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: rapier
IPA transcription: [ɹ'eɪpiɚ]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: rapier, tuck
    Meaning: a straight sword with a narrow blade and two edges
Usage examples
  • Kane's rapier sang like an arrow in the dark as he thrust blindly and ferociously.
  • Long arms and broad shoulders betokened the swordsman, as plainly as the long rapier in his hand.
  • The tone, and more especially the unexpected oath, coming as it did from Kane, slightly sobered Le Loup; his eyes narrowed and his hand moved toward his rapier.