kris
The English word “kris” has 2 meanings listed here.
noun
- A traditional Indonesian, Malaysian, or Filipino sword or dagger having a tapering, usually serpentine blade.
verb
Etymology
Borrowed from Malay keris. Doublet of kalis. Recognized as part of English ca. 1580.
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