Synonyms of blade

blade

noun

ˈblād 

1

as in sword

a hand weapon with a length of metal sharpened on one or both sides and usually tapered to a sharp point

dueled with blades rather than guns

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sword
• steel
• saber
• scimitar
• brand
• rapier
• broadsword
• cutlass
• smallsword

2

as in knife

an instrument with a metal length that has a sharp edge for cutting

used a small blade to cut the rope

Synonyms & Similar Words

• knife
• cutter
• sword
• dagger
• shank
• shiv
• bayonet
• steel
• cleaver
• machete
• pocketknife
• cutlass
• switchblade
• stiletto
• poniard
• saber
• rapier
• bowie knife
• stylet
• sheath knife
• scalpel
• bodkin
• dirk
• bolo
• hack
• yataghan
• switch knife
• jackknife

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of blade

Mow frequently at the proper height and keep the blades sharp to prevent jagged ends. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026

The inspector also noticed black residue on the can opener blade. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

In a stationary proof-of-concept, the beam powered up a model propeller blade. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026

Five years have elapsed since Shannon Lay’s last album of original songs, and in the interim, the Los Angeles musician has been studying the proverbial blade. — Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 29 July 2026