saber
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈseɪbər//
KK: /ˈseɪbər/
noun
Definition
A type of sword that has a curved blade and is often used in cavalry or fencing. It is designed for slashing and cutting rather than thrusting.
Example
The knight drew his saber before charging into battle.
Conversation
Have you ever tried fencing with a saber?
No, I haven't! It sounds really exciting, though.
It is! The saber is so light and easy to handle.
I can imagine! I’d love to give it a shot someday.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sword
blade
cutlass
Antonyms
dagger
knife
machete
transitive verb
Definition
To strike or wound someone using a type of sword known as a saber.
Example
The soldier sabered his opponent during the duel.
Tense Forms
Past: sabered
Past Participle: sabered
Conversation
Did you see that movie where the hero had to saber his way through the enemy ranks?
Yeah, it was so intense! I loved the sword fighting scenes.
I know, right? It really made me appreciate how skilled they are with a saber.
Root Explanation
**Saber** → The word 'saber' comes from the Spanish 'sable', which means a sword or saber. The term is derived from the Latin 'sabulum', meaning sand or gravel, which relates to the shape of the blade resembling a curved form. The word 'saber' refers to a type of curved sword used in cavalry and fencing.
Memory Tip
Imagine a curved sword that resembles the shape of a wave in sand — that's why 'saber' refers to this specific type of sword.
Visually Confused Words
swabber
stabler
stabber
slabber
sakeber
suber
spaer
sober