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cutting implement

[ˈkʌtɪŋ ˈɪmpləmənt]
nounpl: cutting implements
instrumento de corte
1. A tool or device designed to cut or slice materials such as food, paper, fabric, or other substances
A knife is a common cutting implement found in every kitchen.
Uma faca é um instrumento de corte comum encontrado em todas as cozinhas.
2. Any sharp-edged tool used in the process of cutting
The surgeon selected the appropriate cutting implement for the procedure.
O cirurgião selecionou o instrumento de corte apropriado para o procedimento.
Synonyms
cutting toolbladecuttersharp tool

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
instrumento de corte
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
utensílio de corte
Alternative, slightly more formal term
Portugal
utensílio cortante
Preferred European Portuguese variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

sharp as a cutting implement
a dull cutting implement is dangerous
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