coltello

Definitions of coltello
  1. noun
    edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
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    tagliacarte
    dull knife used to cut open the envelopes in which letters are mailed or to slit uncut pages of books
    coltellino
    a knife with a blade that folds into the handle; suitable for carrying in the pocket
    temperino
    a small pocketknife; originally used to cut quill pens
    bisturi, scalpello
    a thin straight surgical knife used in dissection and surgery
  2. noun
    a knife used for eating at dining table
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    posata
    tableware implements for cutting and eating food
  3. noun
    a weapon with a handle and blade with a sharp point
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    baionetta
    a knife that can be fixed to the end of a rifle and used as a weapon
    pugnale
    a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing
    machete
    a large heavy knife used in Central and South America as a weapon or for cutting vegetation
    punteruolo
    a dagger with a slender blade
    stiletto
    a small dagger with a tapered blade
    type of:
    arma, ferro, ordigno
    any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
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