Meaning ofbroadswordin English

Noun

1. a historical sword with broad blade; for cutting
   The knight wielded a broadsword in battle for cutting down enemies.
2. a medieval European sword (double-edged, cruciform hilt)
   The medieval European broadsword featured a double-edged blade and cruciform hilt.
3. a colloquial term (fantasy) for longsword
   The warrior drew his broadsword to fight the dragon.