tulwar

[ tuhl-wahr, tuhl-wahr ]

/ ˈtʌl wɑr, tʌlˈwɑr /

any of several Indian sabers.

Origin of tulwar

1825–35; < Hindi talwār, tarwār < Sanskrit taravāri

tulpa, tulsa, tulsi das, tulu, tuluá, tulwar, tuléar, tum, tumaco, tumatakuru, tumbes

Even his tulwar was buckled to his belt when, in answer to my summons, he stepped forth into the outer chamber.

Tales of Destiny |Edmund Mitchell
Holkar's one eye gleamed with enthusiasm, while his hand went involuntarily to his tulwar.

Jones of the 64th |F. S. (Frederick Sadleir) Brereton
A tulwar was waved, and fell, with a crushing blow, on his shoulder; and he became insensible.

For Name and Fame |G. A. Henty
Some carried a short bent sword called a tulwar, with shield on shoulder.

The Young Rajah |W.H.G. Kingston

A single clap of his hands, and these faithful retainers were ready to rise, tulwar in hand, and cut down any intruder.

A Fascinating Traitor |Richard Henry Savage