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bat'leth

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈbæt.lɪθ/
  • /ˈbæt.lɛθ/
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noun

Meaning 1

A double-ended curved blade weapon with spiked protrusions, controlled by grips along its back, used by Klingons in Star Trek.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

Borrowed from Klingon betleH, short for batlh'etlh (“sword of honor”).