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pocketknife

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Pocketknife (noun) means a small knife that can be safely carried in a pocket, usually with a blade that folds into the handle.

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A small knife that can be safely carried in a pocket, usually with a blade that folds into the handle.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from pocket and knife.

Rhymes for pocketknife

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"pocketknife" (noun) means a small knife that can be safely carried in a pocket, usually with a blade that folds into the handle.

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