letter opener

/ˌlɛdər ˌoʊp(ə)nər/
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Definitions of letter opener
  1. noun
    dull knife used to cut open the envelopes in which letters are mailed or to slit uncut pages of books
    synonyms: paper knife, paperknife
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    type of:
    knife
    edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
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