hunting knife

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.

hunting knife

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of hunting knife¹

An Americanism dating back to 1795–1805

Example Sentences

Harvey Willgoose, who was also 15, died when he was stabbed in the heart with a hunting knife at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield on 3 February.

From BBC

On Monday 3 February, as pupils across Sheffield prepared for a normal school day, Harvey's killer searched online for a prayer to keep him safe and tucked a hunting knife into his coat pocket.

From BBC

During the nine-week trial, the court heard more than 200 weapons including machetes, hunting knives, swords and crossbows were found at their homes.

From BBC

Baker said he and Austin found the hairstylist in a patio area and stabbed him several times with an eight-inch hunting knife.

From Los Angeles Times

Baker said the pair found the hairstylist in a patio area and stabbed him several times with an eight-inch hunting knife.

From Los Angeles Times

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