lightsaber

American

[lahyt-sey-ber] / ˈlaɪtˌseɪ bər /

noun

a type of sword, as depicted in the fictional Star Wars universe, with a blade made of laser energy that can both cut and burn.

The Jedi knight drew his lightsaber and prepared to defend himself.

Trademark.

a brand name for toys based on or related to the laser weapons used in the science fiction franchise Star Wars .

Etymology

Origin of lightsaber

First recorded in 1977; light ¹ ( def. ) + saber ( def. )

Example Sentences

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A harpoon gun from "Jaws," a jacket worn by "The Terminator," and a "Star Wars" lightsaber hilt and C-3PO head are among the eye-catching items to be sold at auction next month.

From Barron's

Another "Star Wars" piece of memorabilia on offer is the lightsaber hilt from "The Force Awakens," which is valued at up to $100,000.

From Barron's

Through the three-year licensing arrangement, fans will be able to generate videos of themselves surfing with Stitch off the shores of Hawaii or wielding a lightsaber in front of R2-D2.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Andor” trades lightsaber spectacle and woo-woo monologues about the Force for a compact and gritty story full of hard decisions, gutting betrayals and grown-up drama.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s “my kind of chosen lightsaber,” Barker said.

From The Wall Street Journal

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