Meaning of the word machete in English
What does machete mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
machete
US /məˈʃet̬.i/
UK /məˈʃet.i/
Noun
a broad, heavy knife used as an implement or weapon, especially in Central America and the Caribbean, for cutting vegetation and as a weapon.
Example:
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He used a machete to clear a path through the dense jungle.
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The farmer carried a sharp machete for harvesting.