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KNIVES Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the word knives. (exact relations)
There are 10 hypernyms of the word knives. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for KNIVES

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stab
verbv
noun

• a sudden sharp feeling

• a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument

• informal words for any attempt or effort

verb

• use a knife on

• stab or pierce

• poke or thrust abruptly

tongue
nounn
noun

• a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity

• a human written or spoken language used by a community; opposed to e.g. a computer language

• any long thin projection that is transient

• a manner of speaking

• a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea

• the tongue of certain animals used as meat

• the flap of material under the laces of a shoe or boot

• metal striker that hangs inside a bell and makes a sound by hitting the side

verb

• articulate by tonguing, as when playing wind instruments

• lick or explore with the tongue

Best Hypernyms For KNIVES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for knives, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (8)
arm cutlery injure projection tool utensil weapon wound
Phrases (2)
edge toolweapon system

Alternatives for STAB

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