CEFR A2

pocket-knife

noun

Meaning

A small knife with a blade that folds into the handle, small enough to fit in a pocket.

Examples

He always carried a pocket-knife for everyday tasks.
She used the sharp edge of her pocket-knife to open the package.

Synonyms: penknife, folding knife, utility knife, jackknife

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pocket-knife (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpɒkɪt naɪf/

Definition

A small knife with a blade that folds into the handle, small enough to fit in a pocket.

Examples

He always carried a pocket-knife for everyday tasks.
She used the sharp edge of her pocket-knife to open the package.

How to Use pocket-knife

pocket-knife for X (prepositional phrase): Using a pocket-knife to perform a specific task or for a particular purpose. — "He used his pocket-knife for whittling wood."
carry a pocket-knife (collocation): To have a pocket-knife with you regularly. — "Many hikers carry a pocket-knife in their backpack."

Synonyms of pocket-knife

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