machetes
The word “machetes” has 3 syllables: ma-che-tes.
It's pronounced as /məˈʃɛtiz/.
What is synonym and antonym for machetes?
In the thesaurus, “machetes” has 18 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for machetes along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for machetes
- bayonets
- blade
- bodkins
- bolos
- bowie knives
- cutlasses
- cutters
- daggers
- dirks
- knife
- knives
- pocketknives
- poniards
- sickle
- stilettoes
- stilettos
- stylets
- switchblades
Meanings of machetes
- noun
- A sword-like tool used for cutting large plants with a chopping motion, or as a weapon. The blade is usually 50 to 65 centimeters long, and up to three millimeters thick.
- verb
- To cut or chop with a machete.
- To hack or chop crudely with a blade other than a machete.
Example Sentences
- The adventurers equipped themselves with sharp machetes to navigate the thick underbrush of the rainforest.
- In the hands of the skilled gardener, the machetes swiftly cleared away the tangled vines and weeds.
- The explorer discovered ancient ruins hidden in the jungle, using machetes to unveil the secrets of the past.
- Local artisans showcased their craftsmanship, creating intricate patterns on the handles of their trusty machetes.
- The survivalists relied on their well-maintained machetes to cut through obstacles and build makeshift shelters in the wilderness.
On this page you'll find 18 synonyms or another words to machetes, such as: bayonets, blade, bodkins, bolos, bowie knives, cutlasses, cutters.
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