"makhaira" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: makhairas [plural]
Etymology: From Ancient Greek μάχαιρα (mákhaira). Etymology templates: {{uder|en|grc|μάχαιρα}} Ancient Greek μάχαιρα (mákhaira) Head templates: {{en-noun}} makhaira (plural makhairas)
  1. (historical) A type of sword with a backwards curve, originating in Ancient Greece Wikipedia link: makhaira Tags: historical Categories (topical): Swords, Weapons Synonyms: machaira

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