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sword knot

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sword knot
n.
A decorative loop or tassel attached to the hilt of a sword.
sword knot
n
(Military / Arms & Armour (excluding Firearms)) a loop on the hilt of a sword by which it was attached to the wrist, now purely decorative
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Noun1.sword knotsword knot - an ornamental tassel on the hilt of a sword
tassel - adornment consisting of a bunch of cords fastened at one end


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He had on a shabby cadet jacket, decorated with a soldier's cross, equally shabby cadet's riding breeches lined with worn leather, and an officer's saber with a sword knot.
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