bolo knife
- noun
- /ˈboʊloʊ naɪf/
- Philippine
:
machete bolo
- He admired the craftsmanship of the ornate bolo knife displayed at the museum.
Examples
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He used a bolo knife to cut the thick vines.
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Farmers in the Philippines often use a bolo knife to clear thick brush from fields.
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The soldier demonstrated how to sharpen a bolo knife before their jungle training exercise.
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The bolo knife is essential for farming in rural areas.
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The farmer skillfully used his bolo knife to cut through thick vegetation.
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During the festival, traditional dancers showcased their skills with bolo knives in a lively performance.
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When hiking in the jungle, it is useful to carry a bolo knife for clearing the path ahead.
Synonyms
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A tool with a sharp blade and handle used for cutting or as a weapon
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A long heavy knife used for cutting plants and wood
A heavy knife with a wide blade used for chopping wood or meat
How Heavy
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63
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- Philippine
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Surface Forms
Morphology
The compound is fully compositional: 'bolo' denotes a specific type of heavy Filipino cutting implement and 'knife' provides the category, so together they simply name a type of knife. Despite its cultural specificity, the noun+noun formation is a common, transparent pattern that a learner who knows both constituents can readily interpret.
Etymology
Bolo knife gets its name from the Filipino word bolo, which was the name for a long, heavy blade farmers used to cut crops and clear thick brush. That's why the name now means 'a long, heavy knife used for farming or combat'.