gladii

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Scope note
General term for the short double-edged, pointed Roman swords, originally used for thrusting only and having practically no guard, used by the infantry. Over time, versions with longer blades and a small guard developed, and they were made to execute both thrusts and cuts.
gladii
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024