blades

[US]/[bleɪdz]/
[UK]/[bleɪdz]/

Translation

n.a sharp piece of metal or other material, typically with a long, thin shape, used for cutting or holding.; the blades of a turbine or fan.; a person who plays the saxophone.
v.cut with a sharp edge.; move quickly and smoothly.

Phrases & Collocations

sharp blades

spinning blades

blades of grass

steel blades

turning blades

razor blades

blades whirred

holding blades

grinding blades

new blades

Example Sentences

the lawnmower had dull blades and struggled to cut the grass.

he sharpened the blades on his skates for a faster ride.

the whirling blades of the fan created a cooling breeze.

she carefully cleaned the blades of the kitchen knife.

the helicopter's blades spun rapidly, creating a loud noise.

he replaced the worn blades on his saw with new ones.

the blades of the windmill turned slowly in the wind.

the ice skater’s blades glided effortlessly across the ice.

the chef honed the blades of his chef's knife regularly.

the turbine blades converted wind energy into electricity.

he inspected the blades of the industrial fan for damage.

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