Synonyms of shiv

Antonyms of shiv

Collocations of shiv

prison
Frequency: 70 %

The inmate crafted a shiv out of a plastic utensil in prison.

sharp object
Frequency: 65 %

He concealed a sharp shiv in his pocket for self-defense.

dangerous weapon
Frequency: 60 %

The shiv was considered a dangerous weapon by the authorities.

improvised weapon
Frequency: 50 %

The prisoner used an improvised shiv to defend himself.

make-shift
Frequency: 45 %

He quickly created a make-shift shiv out of a broken piece of glass.

Idiomatic Expressions for shiv

  • Phrase: shiv in the ribs
    Meaning: a sudden and unexpected betrayal or attack
    Usage: He felt like he got a shiv in the ribs when his business partner stole money from the company.