Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

utility knife

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.03 in modern English

Syllables
util-i-ty knife
IPA
22
Scrabble Score
12
Letters
3
Syllables
9
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A cutting tool that has a thin interchangeable blade that (often) retracts or folds into the handle.

Inflected Forms

utility knives (plural)

Phrases

clasp-knife folding knife razor blade

Frequently Paired Words

clasp-knife folding knife razor razor blade pocketknife penknife

Questions

What does utility knife mean?
A cutting tool that has a thin interchangeable blade that (often) retracts or folds into the handle.

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