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Definition of Ataghan
1. n. See Yataghan.
Definition of Ataghan
1. Noun. (alternative form of yataghan) ¹
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Definition of Ataghan
1. yataghan [n -S] - See also: yataghan
Lexicographical Neighbors of Ataghan
Literary usage of Ataghan
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Personal Narrative of the Sufferings of J. Stephanini: (I. ,) a Native by J. Stephanini (1829)
"From a belt, or zone, of golden tissue, hung an ataghan, or long dagger, studded
with diamonds; and a long, loose cloak, of light crimson, completed his ..."
2. An Etymological Dictionary of the English Language by Walter William Skeat (1893)
"YAM. Occurs in 1689 ; Eng. Garner, vii. 367. •Yataghan, ataghan ... Spelt ataghan
in Byron, Giaour; see note 37. ..."
3. Travels in Various Countries of Europe, Asia and Africa by Edward Daniel Clarke (1818)
"... and wait until the rest of the party should arrive: and upon their persisting
in continuing the journey, the miscreant drew forth his ataghan*, ..."
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