Kris

usgb/kriːs/
noun

An Indonesian dagger with a wavy blade.

He defended himself against the robbers with a kris
Visual representation of "kris" - An Indonesian dagger with a wavy blade

Often appears as...

  • wield a kris
  • kris dagger
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Indonesian Weapon

Know that 'kris' is a traditional Indonesian weapon, significant in historical context.

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Museums often display a kris as part of their Southeast Asian collections.
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Physical Description

Remember, 'kris' has a distinctive wavy blade unlike regular straight daggers.

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The blacksmith demonstrated how to forge a kris with its unique wavy design.
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Cultural Relic

A kris is often considered an heirloom, carrying deep personal and cultural history.

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He inherited his grandfather's kris, which was over a century old.
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