flamberge

Definition

A European sword, typically a greatsword, which had a wavy blade, possibly to increase the cutting surface or for aid in parrying.

Etymology

From French.

Example Sentences

• "The wavy, cutting surface appears in the ‘flamberge,’ to which flame gave a name: it is nowhere better developed than in the beautiful Malay kris (crease). The object seems to be that of increasing the cutting surface."