offensive weapon, worn at the side, and serving either to cut or stab: its parts are the handle, guard, and blade; to which may be added the bow, scabbard, pommel, &c.

Sword-fish. See Xiphias.

Sycamore-tree, in botany. See Acer.

Syphophant, an appellation given by the ancient Athenians to those who informed of the exportation of figs, contrary to law; and hence it is still used in general for all informers, parasites, flatterers, cheats, &c.