edge tool

noun

1. a tool with a cutting edge.

edge tool

noun

1. a tool with one or more cutting edges

Word History and Origins

Origin of edge tool¹

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50

Example Sentences

The particles of sand left in the surface would quickly dull an edge tool.

From Project Gutenberg

This workman employs here an edge tool of the same shape as the fleshing-knife, but larger and sharper.

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The wedge follows the grain of the wood, but the edge tool can follow a line determined by the worker.

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It should always be remembered that a saw is an edge tool, and its edges are as liable to injury as any edges.

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Or by waiting a few minutes until the glue thickens, much of it can readily be peeled off with an edge tool.

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