butcher knife

American  

noun

1. a large, very sharp knife for cutting or trimming meat.

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Etymology

Origin of butcher knife

An Americanism dating back to 1705–15

Example Sentences

Bell’s motion said three experts have determined that Williams’ DNA was not on the handle of the butcher knife used in the killing.

From Seattle Times

“We love our D-line. We think they’re a rolling ball of butcher knives, and there’s a lot of them that can play at a high level.”

From Washington Post

“I mean, boy, Jesus, they’re just thick. They’re a bowling ball of butcher knives. … No quarterback wants that kitchen in his living room. No way. I mean, come on.”

From Washington Times

When it was Nok's turn, the woman slid a bird off the roasting rack and started hacking it to pieces with a long butcher knife.

From Literature

She said a man plunged a butcher knife into her and then dragged her into an abandoned building, where he kept stabbing her, after she rejected his request for a sexual act.

From Washington Post