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knifing

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb knife has 1 sense
  1. knife, stab - use a knife on; "The victim was knifed to death"
    --1 is one way to injure, wound
    Derived forms: noun knife2, noun knife1
    Sample sentence:
    They want to knife the prisoners

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Knifing

Description

Knifing is a term that can have different meanings depending on the context. It can refer to the action of using a knife or behaving violently with a knife. Additionally, it can also describe a specific technique or style in certain sports or activities.

Parts of Speech

- Noun

- Verb

Senses and Usages

Noun

Sense 1: The act or process of using a knife.

Example Sentence: She displayed exceptional precision in the knifing of vegetables.

Sense 2: Behaving violently with a knife, typically with the intent to harm.

Example Sentence: The news reported a knifing incident in the downtown area last night.

Verb

Sense 1: To use a knife to cut or stab.

Example Sentence: The chef was busy knifing through the meat to prepare the dish.

Sense 2: (In sports or activities) To perform a swift and precise movement resembling the use of a knife.

Example Sentence: He executed a brilliant knifing motion to dodge his opponent's tackle.

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