clasp knife

/ˌklæsp ˌˈnaɪf/
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Other forms: clasp knives

Definitions of clasp knife
  1. noun
    a large knife with one or more folding blades
    synonyms: jackknife
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    type of:
    pocket knife, pocketknife
    a knife with a blade that folds into the handle; suitable for carrying in the pocket
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