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sharp

What does sharp mean?

Called when you're walking through the line with a knife in your hand. Same family as 'behind' and 'hot' — a one-word heads-up that stops anyone from turning into the blade.

"Sharp! Sharp coming through to the sink."

Frequently asked questions

What does sharp mean in a kitchen?
Sharp is called out to warn that a knife is in motion — telling people to hold their position.
How do you use sharp in a sentence?
"Sharp! Coming through with a blade behind you."
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