flaming sword

== English == === Noun === flaming sword (plural flaming swords) (mythology) A metal sword wreathed in or emitting flames, appearing as a symbol or supernatural weapon in many mythologies. (mythology) A sword with a blade composed of supernaturally solidified flames, appearing as a symbol or weapon in many mythologies. The flowering plants Lutheria splendens (syn. Vriesea splendens), Vriesea flammea, and other species, especially in the tribe Vrieseeae, with similar blooms. A sword with a blade forged in an undulating pattern; a flame-bladed sword. Also characterized as a wavy blade or a serpentine blade. ==== Related terms ==== Newton's flaming laser sword ==== See also ==== kris, a type of dagger or short sword customarily made with a flaming or wavy style of blade