two-edged sword

English

Noun

two-edged sword (plural two-edged swords)

  1. A double-edged sword; a benefit that is also a liability.
  2. Used other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see two,‎ edged,‎ sword.

Translations
double-edged sword — see double-edged sword
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