1. resembling a sword in shape; long, narrow, and pointed

Examples

• The iris has swordlike leaves that grow in tall clumps.
• The knight drew his swordlike dagger from its sheath.
• Swordlike icicles hung dangerously from the roof’s edge.
• The plant’s swordlike foliage created dramatic shadows in the garden.
• She pointed with a swordlike finger toward the distant mountain.
• The fish had a swordlike bill extending from its snout.