Synonyms for

Machete

Verb / mʌˈʃeˌti: / / mʌˈtʃeˌti: / Another word for machete — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a large, heavy knife used for cutting through thick vegetation or as a weapon

Synonyms & similar words

panga matchet cleaver chopper saber cutlass billhook scythe hatchet golok parang panga bolo knife blade sword dagger pike bayonet spear halberd lance

Example sentences

  1. He used a machete to chop down the tall grass.
  2. The farmer used a machete to cut through the thick brush.
  3. The explorer carried a machete in case he needed to clear a path through the jungle.
  4. She swung the machete with precision, cutting through the vines with ease.
  5. The machete is an important tool for farmers in many parts of the world.

Quotes

  • "I always carry a machete in case I run into any snakes or other dangerous animals," said the adventurer.
  • "The machete is a symbol of survival and hard work," said the farmer.
  • "The sound of a machete cutting through thick vegetation is music to my ears," said the gardener.

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