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Meaning of knifelike in English

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    knifelike

    Definitions

    1. cutting or able to cut as if with a knife

    Synonyms

    • sharp
  2. 2. having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

    Examples

    • « an acute observer of politics and politicians »
    • « incisive comments »
    • « icy knifelike reasoning »
    • « as sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang »
    • « penetrating insight »
    • « frequent pene »

    Synonyms

    • perceptive
  3. 3. as physically painful as if caused by a sharp instrument

    Examples

    • « a cutting wind »
    • « keen winds »
    • « knifelike cold »
    • « piercing knifelike pains »
    • « piercing cold »
    • « piercing criticism »
    • « a stabbing pain »
    • « lancinating pain »

    Synonyms

    • sharp
  4. 4. having a sharp or distinct edge

    Examples

    • « a narrow knifelike profile »

    Synonyms

    • distinct

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