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paperknife

 

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Noun paperknife has 1 sense
  1. letter opener, paper knife, paperknife - dull knife used to cut open the envelopes in which letters are mailed or to slit uncut pages of books
    --1 is a kind of knife

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Paperknife

A paperknife, also known as a letter opener, is a small tool used to open envelopes or to separate the pages of a book. It usually consists of a blade with a sharp edge and a handle for easy gripping. Paperknives can be made of various materials including metal, plastic, or wood.

Examples:

Noun: I used a paperknife to open the envelope and read the letter.

Noun: The antique paperknife had an ornate handle with intricate designs.

Noun: She received a beautiful paperknife as a gift from her colleague.

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