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SWORD, n.

1. An offensive weapon worn at the side, and used by hand either for thrusting or cutting.
2. Figuratively, destruction by war.

I will bring a sword upon you. Leviticus 26; Isaiah 51

3. Vengeance or justice.

She quits the balance, and resigns the sword.

4. Emblem of authority and power.

The ruler--beareth not the sword in vain. Romans 13

5. War dissension.

I came not to send peace, but a sword. Matthew 10

6. Emblem of triumph and protection.

The Lord--the sword of thy excellence. Deuteronomy 33

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Entry for 'Sword'. King James Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​kjd/​s/sword.html.
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