knifes

knife

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Definitions of knifes word

noun plural knifes an instrument for cutting, consisting essentially of a thin, sharp-edged, metal blade fitted with a handle. 1
noun plural knifes a knifelike weapon; dagger or short sword. 1
noun plural knifes any blade for cutting, as in a tool or machine. 1
verb with object knifes to apply a knife to; cut, stab, etc., with a knife. 1
verb with object knifes to attempt to defeat or undermine in a secret or underhanded way. 1
verb without object knifes to move or cleave through something with or as if with a knife: The ship knifed through the heavy seas. 1

before 1100

One of the 6% oldest English words

before 1100; Middle English knif, Old English cnīf; cognate with Dutch knijf, German Kneif, Old Norse knīfr

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 99% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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