carving knife
Definition
- Noun:
- A large knife used for slicing cooked meat: A carving knife is a kitchen tool specifically designed for cutting thin, even slices from large pieces of cooked meat, such as roasts, hams, or turkeys. It typically features a long, slender, and sharp blade to facilitate smooth, controlled slicing.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Please use the carving knife to slice the roast beef.
- A sharp carving knife is essential for serving the Thanksgiving turkey neatly.
Advanced Usage
- "to wield a carving knife": to use or handle a carving knife, often implying skill.
- He expertly wielded the carving knife at the banquet.
Variants and Related Words
- Carving fork (n): A large, two-pronged fork used in conjunction with a carving knife to hold meat steady while slicing.
- Carving set (n): A matched set of utensils that typically includes a carving knife and a carving fork.
Synonyms
- Slicing knife: A knife used for cutting thin slices, often used interchangeably in a culinary context.
- Roast knife: A knife intended for carving roasted meats.
Related Phrases
- Carve the meat: The action performed with a carving knife.
- It's his job to carve the meat at family dinners.
Noun
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a large knife used to carve cooked meat
