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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—D

Durandana

or Durindana. Orlando's sword, given him by his cousin Malagigi. It once belonged to Hector, and was made by the fairies. It could cleave the Pyrenees at a blow. N. B.—In French romance Orlando is called Roland, Malagigi Mangis, and the sword durandal or durindal (See Sword.)

Nor plaited shield, nor tempered casque defends,
Where Durindana's trenchant edge descends.

Hoole: Orlando Furioso, book v

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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