case knife

noun

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

case knife

noun

1. See sheath knife
   another name for sheath knife

Word History and Origins

Origin of case knife¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

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

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By and by he came down, smoking a cigarette, and was met by this woman flourishing her case-knife.

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

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

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However, a small batch may be stirred very successfully with a case knife.

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