chef's knife

Also chef knife

[shefs nahyf]

noun

1. a multipurpose kitchen knife with a wide blade usually 8 to 10 inches long and tapering to a point, used for slicing, chopping, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chef's knife¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

Hand-wash a chef’s knife or a nonstick pan, and you can dry it for storage without grabbing a towel.

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This olivewood-handled chef’s knife is a work of art.

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To be honest, the exact rationale for taking out my chef’s knife can change on a day-to-day basis and sometimes, multiple times throughout a single day.

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With a sharp carving or chef’s knife, create a flap by slicing between the meat and the bones, staying as close to the bones as possible and stopping just before they’re separated from the roast.

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Use a sharp chef’s knife to cut into 12 biscuits.

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