utility knife
noun
Definition of utility knife
: a knife designed for general use a chef's utility knife; specifically : a cutting tool having a sharp replaceable blade that can be retracted into a usually metal handle
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1946
First Known Use of utility knife
1946
UTILITY KNIFE Defined for English Language Learners
utility knife
noun
Definition of utility knife for English Language Learners
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: a knife designed for general use; especially : a cutting tool with a blade that can be pushed completely back into its handle
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