Synonyms of knives

knives

noun

plural of knife

as in cutters

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

be careful in using the knife to split open the cardboard box

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cutters
• blades
• daggers
• swords
• bayonets
• shivs
• shanks
• cleavers
• pocketknives
• machetes
• steels
• cutlasses
• switchblades
• stilettos
• dirks
• poniards
• bolos
• sabers
• scalpels
• bodkins
• rapiers
• hacks
• sheath knives
• stylets
• yataghans
• switch knives
• bowie knifes
• jackknives

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of knives

Big mistake, though arguably only slightly more stupid than Susan, who stacks the dishwasher cutlery rack with the knives blade up. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026

In a few dinnertime recordings, I was taken aback by the sound of soft, relaxed voices over the sounds of forks and knives. — Shayla Love, New Yorker, 8 July 2026

Teri handled higher-value finds and saw that potentially dangerous items – like firearms and knives – got to the local sheriff’s office. — Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

The firm is better known for things like multitools, measuring tools, and knives. — Ben Coxworth july 03, New Atlas, 3 July 2026

The men had a verbal disagreement about Chavez's having one of Djempsley's knives, according to the affidavit, per the Sturgis Journal. — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026

Chefs and clients are encouraged to chat prior to the cooking session to make sure that the customer has everything the chef will need, from pots and pans to knives and storage containers. — Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2026

When using sharp knives, always use a cutting board to protect your quartz counters. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 29 June 2026

Avoid using dull knives since these can damage the vine. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 June 2026