The term 'STILETTO' is an 8-letter word that describes a small dagger with a tapered blade. It is a type of knife or dagger with a long, slender blade and a needle-like point. Stilettos have been used as weapons since the Middle Ages, but they are also popularly used as tools for various tasks such as cutting fabric or leather. They are often associated with Italian culture, where they were traditionally used by men to defend themselves in duels.