Science Fair Project Dictionary
Claymore
English
Noun
- Large two-handed Scottish sword.
- Modern antipersonnel mine.
Etymology
- (Sword) From Scot Gaelic claidheamh mor meaning Big Sword
- (Mine ) Named after the sword. Due to the mine's ability to be aimed, it cut a large swathe through oncoming troops.
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