butter knife

noun

: a small knife with a rounded blade that is used especially for spreading butter on bread during a meal

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Use a flexible spatula or large spoon to gently fold in the flour, just until combined. 4: Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, and use a small offset spatula or butter knife to smooth the top. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2025 Knife held by woman shot by police was described as resembling butter knife The situation began when police received a 911 call about a person with a knife near an apartment complex close to 12th Street and Osborn Road. Miguel Torres, Arizona Republic, 28 Nov. 2024 Loosen sides of cake using a small offset spatula or butter knife; remove pan sides. Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024 One officer described it as resembling a butter knife, according to a police report. Miguel Torres, Arizona Republic, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for butter knife 

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“Butter knife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/butter%20knife. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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