Meaning
The flat, sharp part of a knife, sword, or other cutting tool.
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Word origin
From Old English blaed, which first meant a leaf, then the flat leaf-shaped part of a tool.
- Origin
- Old English
- Root
- blaed
Grammar
Examples
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The blade is the metal part that cuts; the handle is the part you hold.
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A sword's blade is the long, flat metal part.
scissors .
"Blades" is the plural, meaning more than one blade.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 25, lesson 12: blade, afterwards, comfort and 6 more words.