An Encylopedia Britannica Company

blade

blade /ˈbleɪd/ noun
plural blades
blade
/ˈbleɪd/
noun
plural blades
Britannica Dictionary definition of BLADE
[count]
: the flat sharp part of a weapon or tool that is used for cutting see picture at carpentry; see also razor blade, switchblade
: one of the flat spinning parts that are used on some machines to push air or water
: the wide flat part of an oar or paddle
: the sharp metal piece on the bottom of an ice skate see picture at skate
: a single piece of grass or a similar plant
see also shoulder blade