Scimitar (noun)

1. A curved sword used by the Ottoman Turks and other Middle Eastern peoples.
2. A sword with a curved blade that is used for slashing or cutting.

Origin:

The word 'scimitar' comes from the arabic word 'simitr', which means 'curved sword'. it was used in medieval times to describe a curved sword used by the ottoman turks.

Examples:

1. The scimitar was a favored weapon of the Ottoman cavalry.
2. The scimitar was used to great effect by the nomadic tribes of the desert.
3. The scimitar was said to have been wielded by the legendary warrior Saladin.
4. The scimitar was a fearsome weapon, its curved blade designed to slash and disembowel.
5. The scimitar was often decorated with intricate engravings and gems, signifying the wealth and status of its owner.