hunting knife

noun

1. a large, sharp knife, usually with a handle shaped to fit a firm grip and a blade with a slight curve toward the tip, that is used to skin and cut up game, or sometimes to dispatch it.

hunting knife

noun

1. a knife used for flaying and cutting up game and sometimes for killing it

Word History and Origins

Origin of hunting knife¹

An Americanism dating back to 1795–1805

Example Sentences

Instead, he said: “Some would say confronting a guy wielding a hunting knife is utter madness”.

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Hill also injured four others with a serrated hunting knife he had hidden in a nearby hedge after the venue closed.

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The knives are miniature versions of Rukai hunting knives, while the plates and bowls are printed with the tribe's totems.

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On the day of her death, Brianna was lured to the park by girl X before being attacked with a hunting knife in broad daylight, suffering stab wounds to her head, neck, chest and back.

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A hunting knife, blood stained clothing and trainers were found at his home after he was arrested.

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