Exacto knife en · NOUN
Etymology
From the brand name X-Acto, from exact. That brand pioneered the form factor. This form of the name is a genericization, but the trademark is still active.
Meanings
- (informal) A type of utility knife that has small, nonretracting, interchangeable blades.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exacto knives | Number=Plur | lexicographic |