The term 'Curved Sword of the Orient' is a reference to the SCIMITAR, an 8-letter curved sword originating from the Middle East and North Africa. The SCIMITAR is a single-edged, curved sword that was used by the Ottoman Empire and other Islamic empires in the region. It is characterized by its curved blade and distinctive hilt. The SCIMITAR is still used today in some parts of the world, primarily for ceremonial purposes.