case knife

American  

noun

1. a knife carried or kept in a case or sheath.

2. a table knife.

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case knife British  

noun

1. another name for sheath knife

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Etymology

Origin of case knife

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

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case knife

Den de fun started an' dey would play de old gourd an' horse hair dance, de han'saw an' case knife.

From Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume I, Alabama Narratives by United States. Work Projects Administration

So at first we said nothing, but waved with our case knife toward an unoccupied box, as who should say sit down.

From The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun; containing a collection of over one thousand of the most laughable sayings and jokes of celebrated wits and humorists. by Various

In addition, a case knife or a small spatula is needed for the spreading of the bread.

From Woman's Institute Library of Cookery Volume 4: Salads and Sandwiches; Cold and Frozen Desserts; Cakes, Cookies and Puddings; Pastries and Pies by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences

A case knife or a spatula is the best utensil for this purpose.

From Woman's Institute Library of Cookery Volume 4: Salads and Sandwiches; Cold and Frozen Desserts; Cakes, Cookies and Puddings; Pastries and Pies by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences

Instead of sewing the cloth it can be pushed up under the outside rim of the basket with a case knife, this being quicker and equally as effective as sewing.

From Ducks and Geese by Harry M. Lamon