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Vocabulary Entry
kris
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A kris is a traditional dagger from Southeast Asia, especially associated with Indonesia and Malaysia, characterized by its wavy blade.
Example Sentences
"The museum displayed an ornate kris from the 18th century."
"He admired the intricate patterns etched on the kris."
"The kris is not only a weapon but also a symbol of cultural heritage."
V
verb
To kris means to attack or stab with a kris.
Example Sentences
"He was trained to kris swiftly in self-defense."
"In the old stories, warriors would kris their enemies during battle."
"The actor's role involved a dramatic scene where he had to kris a villain."