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double-edged Definition

double-edged (-ejd′)

adjective

  1. having two cutting edges
  2. applicable against, as well as for, as an argument
  3. having the expected favorable results but also unanticipated unfavorable results

double-edged Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • sword: Her death, by double-edged sword, allowed the King to further pursue Jane Seymour whom he later married.
  • blade: A halberd is a spear like weapon - a long shaft with a double-edged blade on the end.
  • weapon: The enthusiasm with which so many Shia went to the polls is a double-edged weapon.
  • nature: The double-edged nature of the alliance, especially with the US, can be seen in Churchill's approach.
  • dagger: Top kris A Double-edged Malaysian dagger with blades ranging from 5 inches to 30 inches.
  • knife: This is like a double-edged knife for a reviewer.