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switchblade
[swich-bleyd]
noun
a pocketknife, the blade of which is held by a spring and can be released suddenly, as by pressing a button.
switchblade
/ ˈɪʃˌɪ /
noun
a knife with a retractable blade that springs out when a button is pressed
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of switchblade1
Example Sentences
Jackson said Burgin threatened her with a handgun and also has a rifle and a switchblade, the filing says.
There were zombie knives, machetes, switchblades and swords.
Laube became addicted to heroin and alcohol, which fueled a lengthy rap sheet that included driving under the influence, fighting in public, and carrying a switchblade.
Beyond billy clubs, laws banning butterfly knives, switchblades and other edged weapons are also being challenged.
Within milliseconds, a hand with a switchblade swoops in and slashes a huge gash in the side of the bag before tearing it apart at its seams.
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