What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Relative of a rapier" from June 9, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Relative of a rapier”

This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, June 9, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

SABER

Letters5

Starts withS

Ends withR

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jun 9, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Relative of a rapier” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 9, 2025 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Relative of a rapier” clue?+

The answer is SABER (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 9, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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