butterknife

noun

Meaning

A non-serrated or unilaterally serrated table knife with a dull edge and rounded point, designed for spreading butter on a piece of bread without tearing it.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

breadknife(English)butcher's knife(English)butcher knife(English)butcherknife(English)fish knife(English)paper-knife(English)pocket knife(English)flick-knife(English)

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Sources

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