spatha en · NOUN
Etymology
From Latin spatha, from Ancient Greek σπάθη (spáthē, “any broad blade, of wood or metal”). Doublet of spade, spathe, and epee.
Meanings
- (historical) A type of straight sword originating from the first-century Roman Empire. It was worn typically by cavalry officers and is a long version of the left shaped gladius.
- Synonym of spathe.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| spathas | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| spathae | Number=Plur | lexicographic |