chef's knife
noun
: a knife used for preparing food
especially
: a large, general-purpose kitchen knife usually 8 to 10 inches long that has a blade curving upward along its length and ending in a narrow point
The chef's knife, usually 8 inches long, is … the workhorse of the kitchen. It is used for chopping, slicing, and dicing a variety of foods. —
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To Prevent Dull Edges Chef's Knives A sharp chef's knife can make or break your dinner prep, and putting it in the dishwasher dulls the blade over time.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
The chef's knife is better, which admittedly is not saying much.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 17 Jan. 2026
This chef's knife from Mac earned a Forever Award in our 2025 Gear of the Year Awards for its clean cuts and comfortable grip.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Using a sharp chef's knife, slice off the stems.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2025
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
The chef's knife is better, which admittedly is not saying much.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 17 Jan. 2026
This chef's knife from Mac earned a Forever Award in our 2025 Gear of the Year Awards for its clean cuts and comfortable grip.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Using a sharp chef's knife, slice off the stems.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2025
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“Chef's knife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chef%27s%20knife. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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