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

Then remove the dough from the mixing bowl with the aid of a case knife or a spatula, in the manner shown in Fig.

From Woman's Institute Library of Cookery Volume 1: Essentials of Cookery; Cereals; Bread; Hot Breads by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences

A tablespoon, a teaspoon, and a case knife are also necessary for measuring.

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

The lesser size of early ripe corn yields an ear not much larger than the handle of a case knife, and grows upon a stalk between three and four feet high.

From The History of Virginia, in Four Parts by Beverley, Robert

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 Lamon, Harry M.