"Bowie knife" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

IPA: /ˈbuːi naɪf/, /ˈboʊ.i naɪf/ Forms: Bowie knives [plural]
Etymology: After James "Jim" Bowie (1796-1836), American pioneer and soldier who famously used such a knife as a weapon in a duel. Head templates: {{en-noun|Bowie knives}} Bowie knife (plural Bowie knives)
  1. A large sheath knife, usually of clip point style and usually with large guards at the ricasso. Categories (topical): Knives Synonyms: Missouri toothpick, bowie knife Related terms: hunting knife
    Sense id: en-Bowie_knife-en-noun-aPYFRMZS Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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