Meaning of the word blade in English

What does blade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

blade

US /bleɪd/

UK /bleɪd/

the flat, cutting part of a knife, sword, or other cutting tool or weapon

Example:

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The knife has a sharp blade.

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He sharpened the blade of his axe.

Synonym:

edge cutting edge razor

a single flat leaf of grass or a similar plant

Example:

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A single blade of grass poked through the concrete.

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The field was covered with countless blades of wheat.

Synonym:

leaf stalk stem

the flat, wide part of an oar or propeller

Example:

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The boat's propeller had a damaged blade.

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He dipped the oar's blade into the water.

Synonym:

fin vane paddle