paring knife

[pair-ing nahyf]

noun

plural

paring knives 

1. a short-bladed kitchen knife for paring fruits and vegetables.

Word History and Origins

Origin of paring knife¹

First recorded in 1585–95

Example Sentences

In this class, he covers the basics of forging a simple utility paring knife, including heating the grip, grinding and finishing the blade.

From Los Angeles Times

Use the dull side of a paring knife to scrape out the vanilla bean seeds and add them to the sugar, along with the lemon zest and the ground Earl Grey tea.

From Seattle Times

Then slide a paring knife around the sides to help loosen the cake, and turn cake out onto a rack to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

From Seattle Times

Use a paring knife to peel fruits and vegetables, say, or devein shrimp.

From Washington Times

Using a sharp paring knife, score the ham by making crosshatch cuts all over the surface about 1/2 inch deep and 1/2 inch apart, creating a square or diamond pattern.

From Washington Post