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Meaning of skean | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
/ˈskiːn/

Definitions

  1. Obsolete spelling of skein.
    alt-of, obsolete
  2. A double-edged, leaf-shaped, typically bronze dagger formerly used in Ireland and Scotland.
    Ireland, Scotland, historical
  3. Synonym of sgian dubh (“a small, single-edged knife worn tucked into the hose (stocking) as part of traditional Scottish Highland dress along with the kilt”).
    Scotland

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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