Mettle or metal Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Sunday, November 1, 2009 · 16-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, November 1, 2009.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 1, 2009 · 16-Down · 5 letters
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a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
noun
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