blade

1. (noun) the flat part of a tool or weapon that (usually) has a cutting edge
Related Words: cutting implement, knife blade, razorblade

2. (noun) flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water
Synonyms: vane
Related Words: fan blade, impeller, paddle, rotating mechanism, rudder blade

3. (noun) the part of the skate that slides on the ice
Related Words: runner

4. (noun) a broad flat body part (as of the shoulder or tongue)
Related Words: anatomical structure, bodily structure, body structure, complex body part, structure, vane, web

5. (noun) a cut of beef from the shoulder blade
Related Words: cut of beef

6. (noun) something long and thin resembling a blade of grass; "a blade of lint on his suit"
Related Words: ribbon, thread

7. (noun) a dashing young man; "gay young blades bragged of their amorous adventures"
Related Words: young person, younker, youth

8. (noun) especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole
Synonyms: leaf blade
Related Words: foliage, leaf, leafage

9. (noun) a cutting or thrusting weapon with a long blade
Synonyms: brand, steel, sword
Related Words: Excalibur, arm, backsword, broadsword, cavalry sword, cutlas, cutlass, falchion, fencing sword, rapier, saber, sabre, weapon, weapon system



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