Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
machete
noun
/məˈʃɛti/
Definition
A large, broad blade used for cutting through thick vegetation or as a weapon.
Examples
- He used a machete to clear the overgrown path.
- The farmer wielded a machete to harvest sugarcane.
- In the jungle, a machete is essential for making trails.
Meaning
The term refers to a heavy knife-like tool that is often used in agriculture, gardening, or for clearing wilderness.
Synonyms
- knife
- cutlass
- blade
- saber
