Meaning of the word bayonet in English

What does bayonet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bayonet

US /ˈbeɪ.ə.nət/
UK /ˈbeɪ.ə.nət/

Noun

a knife-like weapon that can be fixed to the end of a rifle and used in hand-to-hand combat

Example:
The soldier fixed his bayonet before charging.
He learned how to use a rifle and bayonet in basic training.

Verb

to stab (someone) with a bayonet

Example:
The enemy soldier was bayoneted during the close combat.
He threatened to bayonet anyone who tried to escape.