gladial
English
Etymology
From Latin gladius.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈɡleɪdɪəl/
Adjective
gladial
- Pertaining to swords.
- 1974, Anthony Burgess, The Clockwork Testament
- Enderby thrust towards his backside and then felt pity. Enough was enough. He lunged half-heartedly instead at the one who had not yet received gladial attention.
- 1974, Anthony Burgess, The Clockwork Testament