What is sword for a pirate nyt?

[Olive]

I ran into a pirate-related clue while solving today’s puzzle. The clue is sword for a pirate nyt and I thought it would be easy. I tried common pirate weapons but they don’t fit. The crossings are not very helpful either. Can anyone confirm the answer to sword for a pirate nyt?

 

[Elias]

Sword for a pirate NYT Crossword usually refers to a cutlass, the short, curved sword famously used by pirates. It’s designed for close combat on ships, easy to wield in tight spaces, and has become an iconic symbol of pirate weaponry in history and popular culture.