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Etymology edit

From Latin curtus (short).

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curtana (plural curtanas)

  1. A short sword used for ceremonial purposes

Usage notes edit

  • Mainly used capitalised as Curtana, referring to the Sword of Mercy, a ceremonial sword used at the coronation of British kings and queens.