two-handed sword

Definitions

A large sword designed to be gripped and wielded with both hands.

A type of medieval or Renaissance sword, such as a claymore or zweihänder, characterized by a long hilt and blade.

Examples

The knight struggled to lift the heavy two-handed sword during the intense training session.

In the fantasy novel, the hero wielded a legendary two-handed sword that glowed with a faint blue light.

Synonyms

greatsword longsword claymore zweihander bastard sword hand-and-a-half sword

Antonyms

dagger stiletto short sword one-handed sword parrying dagger