hunting knife

American  

noun

1. a large, sharp knife, usually with a handle shaped to fit a firm grip and a blade with a slight curve toward the tip, that is used to skin and cut up game, or sometimes to dispatch it.

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hunting knife British  

noun

1. a knife used for flaying and cutting up game and sometimes for killing it

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Etymology

Origin of hunting knife

An Americanism dating back to 1795–1805

Example Sentences

Several witnesses called 911 to report the stabbings and said the suspect was armed with what appeared to be a hunting knife.

From Seattle Times

The police seized a large hunting knife and a firearm.

From New York Times

Police also found a shotgun and shells beside him, and a large hunting knife was outside the building.

From Washington Post

He carried a shotgun, with a handgun in his waistband and a hunting knife hooked to his belt.

From New York Times

The next charging stop, several hours later, was at a gas station and convenience store selling hunting knives, auto parts and beef jerky.

From New York Times

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