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claymore

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: claymore

1
 n
a large double-edged broadsword; formerly used by Scottish Highlanders
2
 n
an antipersonnel land mine whose blast is aimed at the oncoming enemy
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: claymore
1

n a large double-edged broadsword; formerly used by Scottish Highlanders

Type of:
broadsword
a sword with a broad blade and (usually) two cutting edges; used to cut rather than stab
2

n an antipersonnel land mine whose blast is aimed at the oncoming enemy

Synonyms:
claymore mine
Type of:
booby trap, ground-emplaced mine, land mine
an explosive mine hidden underground; explodes when stepped on or driven over
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