knife (n.)

  1. edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle

  2. a weapon with a handle and blade with a sharp point

  3. any long thin projection that is transient; tongues of flame licked at the walls; rifles exploded quick knives of fire into the dark

    [ Syn: tongue ]

    knife (v.)

  1. use a knife on; The victim was knifed to death

    [ Syn: stab ]

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