swashbuckling

[ swosh-buhk-ling, swawsh- ]

adjective

1. characteristic of or behaving in the manner of a swashbuckler.

noun

1. the activities, deeds, or adventures of a swashbuckler.

swashbuckling

/ ˈswɒʃˌbʌklɪŋ /

adjective

1. of or characteristic of a swashbuckler
2. (esp of films in period costume) full of adventure and excitement

Word History and Origins

Origin of swashbuckling¹

First recorded in 1685–95; swashbuckl(er) + -ing ², -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The game’s title screen is accompanied by swashbuckling orchestral music that nods to, of all things, the state anthem of the Soviet Union.

From New York Times

Last month O'Neill's charges followed up a 0-0 draw in Belarus with a swashbuckling performance in a 5-0 victory over Bulgaria in Belfast.

From BBC

It was, essentially, a massive compliment to England and their swashbuckling style.

From BBC

They were the first of seven impressive wins in his five years at Red Bull, at a time when Mercedes were dominating the sport, many of them thanks to swashbuckling late-dive overtaking manoeuvres.

From BBC

"It is about reckoning. It is about fallout. But it isn't some nice, neat ending with a comedy villain or a sort of swashbuckling hero. It doesn't end neatly."

From BBC

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