blunt (A2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /blʌnt/
Definition
Having a dull edge or point; not sharp.
Examples
The chef used a blunt knife to spread the butter.
The pencil was so blunt it was useless for writing.
He tried to cut the rope with a blunt object, but it was too difficult.
How to Use blunt
- blunt about (prepositional phrase)
- To be direct and open about a particular subject or issue. — "She was very blunt about her feelings."
- blunt force (collocation)
- Force applied by a non-penetrating object. — "The injury was caused by blunt force."
- blunt instrument (collocation)
- A tool or object that is not sharp and is used to inflict injury. — "The police are investigating the use of a blunt instrument in the assault."
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