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noun
a small dagger worn by orthodox Sikhs.
Origin:
1900–05; < Punjabi and Hindi < Sanskrit kṛpāṇa sword
1900–05; < Punjabi and Hindi < Sanskrit kṛpāṇa sword
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Kirpan (kɪrˈpɑːn) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| See also five Ks the short sword traditionally carried by Sikhs as a symbol of their religious and cultural loyalty, symbolizing protection for the weak | |
| [Punjabi kirpān] | |
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