Definition of "rapier" in Englisch

noun

1. A slender, straight, sharply pointed sword (double-edged, single-edged or edgeless), designed predominantly for thrusting; used during the Renaissance period of Europe for civilian duelling

adjective

1. Extremely sharp.

2. Cutting; employing keen wit.

   • John is very quick on his feet during interviews by using his rapier responses.

adjective

1. comparative form of rapey: more rapey