case knife

American  

noun

1. a knife carried or kept in a case or sheath.

2. a table knife.

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case knife British  

noun

1. another name for sheath knife

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Etymology

Origin of case knife

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

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case knife

Why, I went to see one Mr. Morrison, the hocus pocus man; they said as how he could eat a case knife.

From The Contrast by Tyler, Royall

In addition, a case knife or a small spatula is needed for the spreading of the bread.

From Woman's Institute Library of Cookery Volume 4: Salads and Sandwiches; Cold and Frozen Desserts; Cakes, Cookies and Puddings; Pastries and Pies by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences

Cut in 2 tablespoons shortening with a case knife.

From For Luncheon and Supper Guests by Bradley, Alice

The lesser size of early ripe corn yields an ear not much larger than the handle of a case knife, and grows upon a stalk between three and four feet high.

From The History of Virginia, in Four Parts by Beverley, Robert

When the etching has been carried as far as desirable, take the copper from the bath and remove the asphaltum by scraping it as clean as possible, using an old case knife.

From The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.