Word
blade
Meanings
the flat, sharp cutting part of a knife, sword, or similar tool
a thin cutting piece that fits into a device (for example, a razor or a machine)
a flat part that spins or turns, especially on a fan, turbine, or propeller
Definition
A blade is the flat, sharp part of a tool or weapon used for cutting.
A blade is the thin, usually sharp edge of something like a knife, sword, or razor that is used to cut. The word can also refer to the whole cutting piece that fits into a tool or machine. In some contexts, it means a flat part that spins or turns, such as on a fan or a propeller.
Examples
- I sharpened the blade carefully, checking the angle before I started chopping vegetables.
- She noticed a tiny nick in the blade, so she swapped it out before the next stage of the project.
- They replaced the worn blade on the lawn mower to get a cleaner, more even cut.
- He kept the blade covered during transport to avoid damaging the edge and to protect everyone nearby.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use blade when they mean the whole knife, but blade refers specifically to the cutting part, not the handle.
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