Rapier

noun

/ˈɹeɪpˌɪə(ɹ)/

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.nounA slender, straight, sharply pointed sword (double-edged, single-edged or edgeless).

2.adjectiveExtremely sharp.

3.adjectiveCutting; employing keen wit.

"John is very quick on his feet during interviews by using his rapier responses."

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