Pronunciation: /naɪf/
noun a tool or weapon with a sharp edge or blade, typically used for cutting or stabbing
A1 She used a knife to cut the bread.
A2 He always carries a pocket knife with him.
B1 The chef sharpened his knives before starting to cook.
B2 The hunting knife was passed down through generations in the family.
C1 The forensic team found the murder weapon, a bloody knife, hidden in the bushes.
C2 The intricate designs on the handle of the ceremonial knife were a testament to the craftsmanship of the ancient civilization.
verb to cut or stab with a knife
A1 She carefully knifed the bread into slices for the sandwiches.
A2 He clumsily knifed the steak, making a mess on the plate.
B1 The chef expertly knifed the vegetables with precision.
B2 The sculptor knifed away at the marble to create intricate details in the statue.
C1 The assassin skillfully knifed his target in the dark alley.
C2 The surgeon delicately knifed through the tissue to reach the tumor.
formal The chef carefully used a sharp knife to slice the vegetables.
informal Can you pass me that knife over there?
slang I heard he got into a fight and pulled out a knife.
figurative His words were like a sharp knife, cutting through the tension in the room.
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