A glaive, sometimes spelled as glave, is a type of pole weapon, with a single-edged blade on the end, known for its distinctive design and versatile combat applications.

May 7, 2023 · The meaning of GLAIVE is sword; especially : broadsword.

GLAIVE definition: a sword or broadsword. See examples of glaive used in a sentence.

Jan 14, 2026 · Noun glaive (plural glaives) (obsolete, historical) A light lance with a long, sharp - pointed head.

glaive (ɡleɪv) n (Arms & Armour (excluding Firearms)) an archaic word for sword [C13: from Old French: javelin, from Latin gladius sword]

There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun glaive, five of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

Definition of 'glaive' glaive in British English (ɡleɪv ) noun an archaic word for sword

Glaive definition: A sword, especially a broadsword.

"lance, spear, sword" (12c.), also figuratively used for "violent death," probably from… See origin and meaning of glaive.

Glaive A weapon formerly used, consisting of a large blade fixed on the end of a pole, whose edge was on the outside curve; also, a light lance with a long sharp-pointed head.