serrated edge

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Describes the sharpened, toothed side of a blade or tool.

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Examples (10)

  • The bread knife has a serrated edge to cut through crusts easily.
  • Be careful when handling the saw; its serrated edge is very sharp.
  • He sharpened the serrated edge of his hunting knife before the trip.
  • A serrated edge is often preferred for cutting fibrous materials.
  • The old gardening tool had a rusty serrated edge.
  • Can you pass me the steak knife with the serrated edge?
  • She accidentally cut her finger on the serrated edge of the can opener.
  • The design of the new survival knife features a partially serrated edge.
  • For delicate tasks, a smooth blade is better than a serrated edge.
  • The chef explained how to properly clean a knife with a serrated edge.