Ensis is a Latin word that means sword, blade or point. There are several synonyms that can be used to refer to this word, including falchion, scimitar, cutlass, sabre, rapier, katana and glaive. The falchion is a curved sword with a single-edged blade, while the scimitar is a curved sword with a double-edged blade. The cutlass is a short, curved sword used by sailors, while the sabre is a curved sword with a single-edged blade, typically used by cavalry. The rapier is a long, thin sword used for thrusting, while the katana is a Japanese long sword with a curved, single-edged blade. The glaive is a polearm weapon with a single-edged blade and a spike on the top.