Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
baioneta
Noun
/ˌbeɪ.əˈnɛt/
Definition
A bayonet is a blade that may be fixed to the muzzle of a rifle or other firearm to be used as a spear-like weapon in hand-to-hand fighting.
Examples
- During the battle, soldiers used their bayonets to defend themselves in close quarters.
- The historical museum displayed an ancient bayonet from the 18th century.
Meaning
A bayonet is a weapon that can be attached to the end of a gun, primarily used for stabbing in close combat.
Synonyms
- Blade
- Spike
- Spear