| 单词 | dirk-shaped |
| 释义 | > as lemmasdirk-shaped C1. attributive, instrumental, similative, etc., as dirk-maker, dirk-hilt, dirk-blade, dirk-shaped, etc. ΚΠ 1593 Edinb. Test. XXV. f. 48, in Dict. Older Sc. Tongue at Durk William Andersone durkmaker. 1680 G. Mackenzie Sci. Herauldry i. i. 5 Thus a second son of Struan Robertson, for killing of a Wolf in Stocket Forrest by a durk in the Kings presence, got the Name of Skein, which signifies a durk in Irish, and three durk-points in for Pale for his Arms. 1817 Star 11 Jan. Having a dirk stick in my hand, I decided instantly to risk myself, and fly to prevent the murder of my friends. 1845 J. S. Stuart & C. E. Stuart Costume of Clans p. xxxiv Ivory dirk hilts, elegantly turned or wrought by the hand. 1900 Glasgow Herald 16 Jan. 9/1 The Black Watch made a gallant effort to cross the wet morass and storm the breastwork..by placing their feet on bayonets and dirk blades inserted in the joints of the masonry. 1950 Daily Mail 18 Apr. 6/3 Simpson would lay his dirk-scabbard on the table in front of him with a significant glance. 2000 Times (Nexis) 15 July A dirk-shaped brooch set with agates and citrines. < as lemmas |
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