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rapier
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/ˈreɪpɪə/
US
/ˈreɪpiɚ/
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rapier
noun
rapiers
pl
UK
/ˈreɪpɪə/
US
/ˈreɪpiɚ/
Translations
рапира
The fencer skillfully wielded the rapier during the match.
Фехтовальщик умело владел рапирой во время матча.
Definitions
A thin, light, sharp-pointed sword used for thrusting.
The duelist skillfully wielded his rapier, demonstrating his expertise in fencing.
A slender rod or band in certain looms that carries the weft thread through the shed.
The technician replaced the damaged rapier to resume the weaving process.
Synonyms
blade
foil
cutlass
saber
sword
rapier
adjective
more rapier
Comp.
most rapier
Super.
UK
/ˈreɪ.pi.ə/
US
/ˈreɪ.pi.ɚ/
Translations
острый
He has a rapier wit that can cut through any argument.
У него острый ум, который может прорезать любой аргумент.
тонкий
Her rapier humor was both subtle and effective.
Ее тонкий юмор был одновременно утонченным и эффективным.
Definitions
Extremely sharp or keen, often used to describe wit or intelligence.
Her rapier wit left everyone in the room both impressed and slightly intimidated.
Synonyms
mordant
incisive
biting
trenchant
piercing
sharp
keen
sharp-witted
acute
penetrating
cutting
caustic
acerbic
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