What is another word for bayonets?

Pronunciation: [bˈe͡ɪənˌɛts] (IPA)

Bayonets are a type of weapon that is attached to the end of a rifle or other long gun. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe this type of weapon. Some of these include a blade, a pike, a spear, a dagger, a sabre, or a sword-bayonet. Each of these words can be used to describe a weapon that is designed to be attached to the end of a firearm and used as a close-quarters weapon. The specific name used to describe this type of weapon can vary depending on the country and the time period in which it was used, but the function and design of the weapon remain largely the same.

What are the hypernyms for Bayonets?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Bayonets

The Virginia and Maryland troops now advanced with trailed arms, and scarcely had Marion cleared the right of the Virginians, when the crash of bayonets was heard.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James
His riding so close to the rear stopped the British, and Howard rallied his men in the mean time, and charged with fixed bayonets.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James
Cochrane, an infuriated Scotchman, rushed with fixed bayonets, in front.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James

Famous quotes with Bayonets

  • A revolution is an idea which has found its bayonets.
    Napoleon Bonaparte
  • Four hostile newspapers are more to be feared than a thousand bayonets.
    Napoleon Bonaparte
  • You can do anything with bayonets except sit on them.
    Thomas Hardy
  • A man may build himself a throne of bayonets, but he can't sit on it.
    William Ralph Inge
  • The miners lost because they had only the constitution. The other side had bayonets. In the end, bayonets always win.
    Mary Harris Jones

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