folding knife

American  

[fohl-ding nahyf] / ˈfoʊl dɪŋ ˈnaɪf /

noun

1. a large pocketknife having a blade or blades that may be folded into the handle.

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Etymology

Origin of folding knife

First recorded in 1745–55

Example Sentences

What appears to be a folding knife can be seen in Mickles hand and is highlighted in the video.

From Salon

Nelson’s attorney, Emma Scanlan, told jurors during her opening statement that he believed — mistakenly — that Sarey had grabbed a folding knife from the officer’s pocket.

From Seattle Times

Nelson’s attorneys, however, said the officer believed he was about to be stabbed with a folding knife he thought — mistakenly — that Sarey had grabbed from his vest.

From Seattle Times

The officers who responded found Richards standing still in his own bedroom, holding a small folding knife.

From Salon

Police said she gave police a folding knife after Mannix surrendered.

From Washington Times