noun
- a long serrated knife designed for slicing bread without crushing it
Usage: also called a bread knife or serrated bread knife
Examples
- I used a breadknife to cut through the crusty loaf without squashing it.
- A sharp breadknife is essential for slicing homemade bread evenly.
- The serrated edge of a breadknife makes it perfect for cutting bagels.
- She reached for the breadknife to slice the sourdough for breakfast.
- A good breadknife should have a long blade and fine serrations.