How Do You Spell BAYONET?

Pronunciation: [bˈe͡ɪənˌɛt] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "bayonet" can seem a little tricky at first glance. Its phonetic transcription in IPA is /ˈbeɪənət/, with emphasis on the second syllable. The "b" and "y" are pronounced normally, while "ae" makes the sound "ay". The "o" is silent, making the "e" sound longer. Then, there's the tricky part: the "n" and "e" are pronounced almost simultaneously, which makes it sound like the word is spelled "bayonnet" but it is not. Finally, the "-et" ending is pronounced like "ette".

BAYONET Meaning and Definition

1. A bayonet refers to a long, pointed blade specifically designed to be attached to the muzzle end of a firearm, typically a rifle, transforming it into a hybrid weapon that combines the range and firepower of a gun with the close-quarter combat capability of a dagger or knife. The bayonet, historically used by infantry soldiers, is characterized by a triangular or spear-like shape, with one or two sharp edges and a socket or fixing mechanism that allows it to be firmly affixed to the firearm's barrel.

   Functionally, a bayonet serves as both a secondary weapon and a tactical accessory. It enables infantry soldiers to engage in close-quarters combat, especially when ammunition runs out or space is limited. Additionally, a fixed bayonet can act as a deterrent, heightening the psychological impact of an armed force's maneuvers, thereby intimidating the enemy. Utilized extensively during trench warfare in World War I, the bayonet played a crucial role in battles fought in confined spaces.

   Over the years, advancements in warfare technology have led to the decreasing practicality of bayonets as guns became more efficient and lethal. However, they still retain some utility as a symbolic weapon, ceremonial tool, or a last resort option for self-defense. With its historical significance and military roots, the bayonet remains an enduring icon of warfare, embodying the merging of close combat skills with modern weaponry.

2. • A steel dagger at the end of a gun or musket.

   • To stab or kill with a bayonet.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for BAYONET

• baynet
• beyoned
• beyone
• bayonette
• bayonete
• bayonnet
• bayounet
• bassonet
• bayront
• bayonted
• basonet
• banouet
• bayonett
• bayone
• barnet
• baisnet
• babinet
• bacinet
• basanet
• bayobet
• bayohet
• bayo.et
• bayofet
• bayooet
• bayonat
• lyonet
• Baygne
• Bacenet
• batoet
• bayhet
• baignet
• Bayonah
• baconei
• bajonnet
• bajonat
• Balsnet
• Battonet
• bayonate

Etymology of BAYONET

The word "bayonet" comes from the French word "baïonnette", which itself is derived from "Baïonne", the name of the French city Bayonne in the southwestern part of the country. The city of Bayonne was known for manufacturing and exporting the first modern bayonets in the late 16th century. The term "baïonnette" was first used to refer to a type of short dagger or knife, and later evolved to specifically describe the detachable stabbing weapon that could be affixed to the muzzle end of a firearm, also known as a bayonet.

Similar spelling words for BAYONET

• banned,
• bandy.

Plural form of BAYONET is BAYONETS

Conjugate verb Bayonet

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