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sputcheon

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

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  • General-American, Received-Pronunciation: /ˈspʌt͡ʃən/
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noun

Meaning 1

The metal lining of a scabbard's mouth.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Origin unknown.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: batte — metal lining of a scabbard’s mouth
  • French: batte de la cuvette — metal lining of a scabbard’s mouth
  • German: Schlussblech — metal lining of a scabbard’s mouth