Definition of SWASHBUCKLER

swashbuckler

Meanings

Plural: swashbucklers

Noun

  • a reckless impetuous irresponsible person
  • A swordsman or fencer who engages in showy or extravagant swordplay.
  • A daring adventurer.
  • A kind of period adventure story with flashy action and a lighthearted tone.

Origin / Etymology

From swash + buckler.

Synonyms

daredevil, harum-scarum, hothead, lunatic, madcap

Scrabble Score: 26

swashbuckler is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
swashbuckler is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
swashbuckler is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 29

swashbuckler is a valid Words With Friends word