swashbuckling

swashbuckling Definition

swash·buck·ling (--buk′liŋ)

noun

the characteristic behavior of a swashbuckler; loud boasting or bullying

adjective

of or typical of a swashbuckler

swashbuckling Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

adventure: Added: In the last 24 hours Climb aboard for the swashbuckling adventure of a lifetime.
pirate: Long gone are the days of swashbuckling pirates clanking swords.
hero: In this respect, the Doctor has a great deal in common with that other archetypal British swashbuckling hero, Mr Ben.
tale: But above all itâs a swashbuckling tale of pirating which doesnât take itself too seriously.
style: He then recovered to sixth in fairly swashbuckling style in race two, giving him 20 points a whole 40 behind Moore already.
action: There was plenty of swashbuckling action from pirates for the children to enjoy.

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