paperknife
- noun
- /ˈpeɪpərˌnaɪf/
- Archaic
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cortapapeles
- He used a paperknife to neatly open the sealed envelope.
Examples
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The antique paperknife on her desk had an ornate ivory handle.
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I need a paperknife to open this envelope.
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Before starting the new novel, she needed a paperknife to separate the uncut pages.
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She uses a paperknife to cut the pages of her new book.
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Before starting the new novel, she needed a paperknife to separate the uncut pages.
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He used a paperknife to neatly open the sealed envelope.
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She uses a paperknife to cut the pages of her new book.
Synonyms
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2.1
A small tool with a thin blade for cutting envelopes
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3.4
A small folding knife that you carry in your pocket
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3.6
A small folding tool with a sharp blade for cutting small things
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4.4
A small sharp knife for opening envelopes or cutting closed book pages
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Etymology
Paperknife is made from the two simple words paper and knife, and it literally means a small knife for 'paper'. It names the tool's use: opening envelopes or cutting uncut book pages.