C1noun 2K

Blade

🇬🇧 UK /["/bleɪd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bleɪd/"]/

Meaning of Blade

the flat part of a knife, tool or machine, which has a sharp edge or edges for cutting

In simple words: The thin, sharp edge of a knife, sword, or similar tool.

Blade in a sentence

• The machine comes with a plastic guard over the blade to protect the operator.
• Knife blades are generally made of stainless steel.
• The prisoner used a hacksaw blade to cut through the bars.
• He swung the blade with all his strength.
• The swordsmen weaved and dodged as their blades clashed over and over again.
• the blades of a propeller
• rotor blades on a helicopter
• Not a blade of grass stirred.

How to use Blade

Use 'blade' when referring to cutting tools or weapons. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid when speaking about non-cutting objects.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'blade' as 'sharp'—like the 'blade' of a sword ready for battle.

Related words

Collocations with Blade

• sharp
• blunt
• dull
• sharpen
• draw
• sheathe
• sharp
• blunt
• dull
• sharpen
• draw
• sheathe

Synonyms for Blade

• edge
• knife
• sword
• shard
• cutting edge

Opposites of Blade

• handle
• hilt

Common mistakes with Blade

• Confused with 'blades' as in 'blades of grass'.
• Using 'blade' to refer to the entire knife instead of just the sharp part.
• Saying 'blade of the knife' instead of 'blade of a knife' (missing the article).

Frequently asked questions about Blade

What does Blade mean?

The thin, sharp edge of a knife, sword, or similar tool.

What is the definition of Blade?

the flat part of a knife, tool or machine, which has a sharp edge or edges for cutting

How do you use Blade in a sentence?

The machine comes with a plastic guard over the blade to protect the operator.

Can you give another example of Blade?

Knife blades are generally made of stainless steel.

What are synonyms for Blade?

Common alternatives include edge, knife, sword, shard, cutting edge.

What is the opposite of Blade?

Opposite meanings include handle, hilt.

What words go with Blade?

It commonly pairs with sharp, blunt, dull, sharpen, draw, sheathe, sharp, blunt, dull, sharpen, draw, sheathe.

What are common mistakes when using Blade?

Confused with 'blades' as in 'blades of grass'. Using 'blade' to refer to the entire knife instead of just the sharp part. Saying 'blade of the knife' instead of 'blade of a knife' (missing the article).

How do you pronounce Blade?

US: /["/bleɪd/"]/, UK: /["/bleɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Blade?

Use 'blade' when referring to cutting tools or weapons. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid when speaking about non-cutting objects.

What CEFR level is Blade?

"Blade" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.