The Clue
Weapon for a trooper (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SABER
Tags
Notes
The answer SABER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.
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Cousin of a cutlass
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Rattled weapon?
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Its rattle is threatening
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It's rattled metaphorically
Something that may be rattled
Definition
SABER as a noun:
1. (saber, sabre) = a fencing sword with a v-shaped blade and a slightly curved handle
2. (cavalry sword, saber, sabre) = a stout sword with a curved blade and thick back
SABER as a verb:
1. (sabre, saber) = cut or injure with a saber
2. (saber, sabre) = kill with a saber