The knife
Example: He cuts vegetables with a sharp knife
Definition
"The knife" is a cutting tool consisting of a blade fixed into a handle, commonly used for slicing or chopping food, such as vegetables, or for other cutting tasks. It is essential in kitchens and various crafts for precise and controlled cutting.
Etymology
The word "knife" originates from the Old English 'cnīf,' related to similar words in other Germanic languages. It likely comes from a Proto-Germanic root meaning 'blade' or 'cutting instrument.' Did you know that the 'k' in "knife" was once pronounced, but became silent over time?
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"The knife" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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