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CLAYMORE
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Dictionary entry overview: What does claymore mean?
• CLAYMORE (noun)
The noun CLAYMORE has 2 senses:
1. a large double-edged broadsword; formerly used by Scottish Highlanders
2. an antipersonnel land mine whose blast is aimed at the oncoming enemy
Familiarity information: CLAYMORE used as a noun is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
A large double-edged broadsword; formerly used by Scottish Highlanders
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("claymore" is a kind of...):
broadsword (a sword with a broad blade and (usually) two cutting edges; used to cut rather than stab)
Sense 2
Meaning:
An antipersonnel land mine whose blast is aimed at the oncoming enemy
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Synonyms:
claymore; claymore mine
Hypernyms ("claymore" is a kind of...):
booby trap; ground-emplaced mine; land mine (an explosive mine hidden underground; explodes when stepped on or driven over)
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