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A blade of grass stuck to my shoe.
What does Blade mean?
A blade is a cutting edge or a narrow leaf of grass.
Dictionary definition
The flat cutting part of a tool, or a long narrow leaf of grass.
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Blade in a sentence
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The scissors had a sharp blade.
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The gardener cleaned the mower blade before putting the tool away.
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What can blade mean?
Blade can mean the cutting part of a tool or a narrow grass leaf.
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Which word is related to blade?
A blade is often sharp because it is used for cutting.
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Which sentence uses blade correctly?
A blade can mean one long narrow leaf of grass.
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MeaningBlade means A blade is a cutting edge or a narrow leaf of grass.
ExampleExample: A blade of grass stuck to my shoe.
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Synonyms
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Opposite words
handleUse for the part held by the hand, not the cutting part.
dull edgeUse as a contrast to a sharp blade.
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Word family
Blade word family
Base word
blade
noun
blades
More than one blade.
adjective
bladed
Having a blade or blades.
adjective
blade-like
Shaped like a blade.
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Hint for students
A blade is the flat cutting part of a tool, or the thin metal part of an ice skate.
Common mix-up
Blade is not the same as handle. The blade cuts or glides; the handle is the part you hold.
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Write one sentence that shows blade without using the word blade. Example: The sharp metal edge sliced through the paper. Clue words: sharp metal edge, sliced Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a thin sharp part that cuts or glides?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The skater's blade cut a thin line in the ice." Why does blade fit better than handle?
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