claymore n 1: a large double-edged broadsword; formerly used by Scottish Highlanders 2: an antipersonnel land mine whose blast is aimed at the oncoming enemy [syn: {claymore mine}, {claymore}]
Claymore \Clay"more`\ (kl[=a]"m[=o]r`), n. [Gael. claidheamhmor a broadsword; Gael. claidheamh sword + mor great, large. Cf. {Glaymore}.] A large two-handed sword used formerly by the Scottish Highlanders. [1913 Webster]