1. a daring adventurer, especially one depicted in romantic adventure stories involving sword fighting
Usage: often refers to fictional characters in movies, books, or plays
2. a swaggering or boastful person who acts in a recklessly bold manner
Usage: can have negative connotations

Examples

• Errol Flynn was famous for playing swashbucklers in classic Hollywood films.
• The novel featured a swashbuckler who sailed the Caribbean fighting pirates.
• Captain Jack Sparrow is a modern example of a swashbuckler character.
• The young actor dreamed of playing a swashbuckler in an adventure movie.
• His swashbuckler attitude got him into trouble with his cautious teammates.
• The story follows a swashbuckler seeking treasure on a mysterious island.