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Meanings
1
thin blade
Refers to a blade that is physically thin, often in contrast to thicker blades. Used in contexts like knives, swords, or tools.
This knife has a thin blade and is suitable for cutting vegetables.
2
thin-bladed vegetable knife; usuba knife
abbreviation
Abbreviation of 薄刃包丁. A traditional Japanese rectangular knife with a thin blade, primarily used for cutting vegetables.
See also: 薄刃包丁
The chef uses a usuba knife to peel the daikon into a thin sheet.