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Meaning of two-edged sword | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Synonym of double-edged sword: a benefit that is also a liability.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see two, edged, sword.

Examples

“For the word of God is quicke and powerfull, and sharper then any two edged sword, pearcing euen to the diuiding asunder of soule and spirit, and of the ioynts and marrowe, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

two-eyed jack two-eyed steak two-faced two-facedness two-factor authentication two-fifths