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dirk

 

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Noun dirk has 1 sense
  1. dirk - a long dagger with a straight blade
    --1 is a kind of
    dagger, sticker

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Term: Dirk

Description:

A dirk is a type of dagger that was traditionally worn by the Scottish Highlanders. It typically has a long, straight blade, a handle, and a crossguard.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun - Weapon):

In the context of weapons, a dirk is a thrusting weapon used for close combat.

Example Sentence:

The soldier unsheathed his dirk and prepared to defend himself.

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Sense 2 (Noun - Name):

A Dirk can also refer to a person's name, often used as a short form of "Derrick" or "Dirkson".

Example Sentence:

Dirk is a common name in some European countries.

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Sense 3 (Verb):

As a verb, "dirk" means to stab or attack someone with a dirk or similar weapon.

Example Sentence:

He dirked his opponent in a fit of anger.

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Sense 4 (Noun - Local):

In certain regions, particularly in Scotland, the term "dirk" is used to refer to a concealed, illegal weapon.

Example Sentence:

The suspect was found carrying a hidden dirk under his coat.

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