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Bill M · 13th February 2007, 01:54 PM

Thanks, guys. I seem to have gotten into a description situation. I have been quoting a description of this kampilan from Cato's "Moro Swords." These are his words and I should be referencing him.

Please see pages 49 and 54 of "Moro Swords."

"34. A curved kampilan guard with an unusual thalassic form."

When I search for "thalassic" I see the "Free Onine Dictionary" saying:

Adj. 1. thalassic - relating to the seas, especially smaller or inland seas;- Scientific American

Thinking in this context, I assume the guard looks a bit like a boat. But it could have other meanings.

I apologise for not quoting my sources and will be sure to quote them in the future.

---- Bill

13th February 2007, 01:54 PM	#10
Bill M Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: USA Georgia Posts: 1,599	Thanks, guys. I seem to have gotten into a description situation. I have been quoting a description of this kampilan from Cato's "Moro Swords." These are his words and I should be referencing him. Please see pages 49 and 54 of "Moro Swords." "34. A curved kampilan guard with an unusual thalassic form." When I search for "thalassic" I see the "Free Onine Dictionary" saying: Adj. 1. thalassic - relating to the seas, especially smaller or inland seas;- Scientific American Thinking in this context, I assume the guard looks a bit like a boat. But it could have other meanings. I apologise for not quoting my sources and will be sure to quote them in the future. ---- Bill