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sword knot
noun
- a looped strap, ribbon, or the like attached to the hilt of a sword as a support or ornament.
sword knot
noun
- a loop on the hilt of a sword by which it was attached to the wrist, now purely decorative
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Word History and Origins
Origin of sword knot1
First recorded in 1685–95
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Example Sentences
Others say a sash was found on him, and the sword knot was recognized by Ursula as her own work and gift to Aubri.
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Below, my eye lights on the Hessian pistols, and the sword-knot the gallant marquis gave me.
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Then I knew that my sword was by my side and my hand numb and throbbing, for the sword-knot was tight about my wrist.
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In it he placed his sword in its scabbard and with its belt and sword-knot attached.
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His sword dropped, but remained upright supported by the sword knot.
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