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machete Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A large, heavy knife with a broad blade, typically used as an agricultural implement for cutting through dense undergrowth, sugar cane, or as a weapon.
Usage Example
"The guide used a sharp cutlass to clear a trail through the thick jungle vines."
Strong
cutlass
bolo
panga
Weak
cleaver
• verb (Context 2)
To cut, slash, or clear a path using a large, broad-bladed knife.
Usage Example
"The researchers macheted their way through the thick bamboo forest to reach the hidden river."
Strong
hack
Weak
slash
chop
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