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Meaning of knife
A knife is primarily a cutting instrument consisting of a blade with a sharp edge attached to a handle.
Etymology of knife
The word "knife" originates from Old English "cnīf", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "knībaz", and is related to the Proto-Indo-European root "gneid-", meaning "to cut" or "to scratch".
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, with its meaning and usage evolving over time to include various types of cutting instruments.
Synonyms
blade
dagger
cutlass
machete
cleaver
sword
saber
rapier
foil
scalpel
razor
shiv
stiletto
dirk
poniard
bayonet
lance
spear
javelin
harpoon
gaff
paring knife
carving knife
butcher knife
chef's knife
pocket knife
switchblade
hunting knife
utility knife
fillet knife
boning knife
cleaver
hatchet
axe
chopper
cutter
slicer
whittler
Definitions
- A cutting instrument consisting of a blade with a sharp edge attached to a handle, used for cutting, slicing, or chopping.
- A weapon with a sharp blade, used for stabbing or fighting.
- A device or tool with a sharp edge, used for a specific purpose, such as a surgical knife or a craft knife.
Usage Examples
- She used a sharp knife to cut the rope.
- The chef selected a high-quality knife for chopping vegetables.
- The hiker carried a pocket knife for emergencies.
- The surgeon carefully made an incision with a surgical knife.