Definition

1. Noun:
   • Throwing sword: A type of sword specifically designed or used to be thrown as a projectile weapon to attack an opponent from a distance.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Võ sĩ rút phi kiếm và phóng về phía đối thủ. (The warrior drew a throwing sword and hurled it toward the opponent.)
  • Phi kiếm là một vũ khí đặc biệt trong một số môn võ. (The throwing sword is a special weapon in some martial arts.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "phi kiếm" is primarily found in historical or wuxia (martial arts fiction) contexts, describing a specialized, often lightweight weapon meant for a single thrown attack.

Variants and Related Words

• Phi đao (n): Throwing knife. A smaller bladed projectile weapon.
  • Hắn giấu ba chiếc phi đao trong tay áo. (He concealed three throwing knives in his sleeve.)

Synonyms

• Projectile sword: A sword used as a thrown weapon.
• Hurled sword: A sword that is launched at a target.

Related Concepts

• Ám khí (n): Hidden weapon or dart, often thrown surreptitiously. While "phi kiếm" is a type of thrown weapon, "ám khí" is a broader category for concealed projectiles.
  • Cần thận với ám khí của đối phương. (Beware of the opponent's hidden weapons.)

1. Throwing sword