ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD BLADE
Old English blæd; related to Old Norse blath leaf, Old High German blat, Latin folium leaf.
Definition of blade in the English dictionary
The first definition of blade in the dictionary is the part of a sharp weapon, tool, etc, that forms the cutting edge. Other definition of blade is hand shears used for shearing sheep. Blade is also the thin flattish part of various tools, implements, etc, as of a propeller, turbine, etc.
10 QUOTES WITH «BLADE»
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blade.
The end of the mid finger on my left hand is wider than normal, the nail distorted and a scar in the end. This was from when I managed to shove it in the path of a mower blade.
Where do we say that a cell became a blade of grass, which became a starfish, which became a cat, which became a donkey, which became a human being? There's a real lack of evidence from change from actual species to a different type of species.
Temper is a weapon that we hold by the blade.
In my new IFC comedy game show, 'Bunk,' we actually use our intern Patrick as a human timer - giving contestants the time it takes for him to wade through a bag of broken glass for a razor blade, to get gum out of his hair, to pick up every strand from a box of spaghetti I spill on the floor, etc, etc.
There is not one blade of grass, there is no color in this world that is not intended to make us rejoice.
To us also, through every star, through every blade of grass, is not God made visible if we will open our minds and our eyes.
I did a production of Macbeth in the 1960s in which I had a swordfight in the final scene. But the blade fell off my sword just as I was stabbing the guy. I ended up having to hammer him to death.
Against barbarity, poetry can resist only by confirming its attachment to human fragility like a blade of grass growing on a wall while armies march by.
Everything dies, from the smallest blade of grass to the biggest galaxy.
To shuck oysters, you'll need an oyster knife, a handy tool with a sturdy handle and a short, rigid blade which you can pick up for about ten bucks in a kitchenware shop or fish market. A quick trip online will yield any number of videos and slide shows with step-by-step instructions on how to shuck an oyster.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BLADE»
Discover the use of
blade in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
blade and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Retrofitting
Blade Runner: Issues in Ridley Scott's
Blade ...
This book of essays looks at the multitude of texts and influences which converge in Ridley Scott's film Blade Runner, especially the film's relationship to its source novel, Philip K. Dick's Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
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The
Blade Itself: The First Law: Book One
Inquisitor Glokta, a crippled and increasingly bitter relic of the last war, former fencing champion turned torturer extraordinaire, is trapped in a twisted and broken body - not that he allows it to distract him from his daily routine of ...
After thirteen-year-old Tucker Feye's parents disappear, he suspects that the strange disks of shimmering air that he keeps seeing are somehow involved, and when he steps inside of one he is whisked on a time-twisting journey trailed by a ...
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Turbomachine
Blade Vibration
The Book Also Deals With Heat Transfer Analysis And Thermal Stress Calculations Which Help In A Comprehensive Understanding Of The Blade Problems.
In his foreword to this special edition, published to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the BFI Film Classics series, Bukatman suggests that Blade Runner 's visual complexity allows it to translate successfully to the world of high ...
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Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values
"The complete handbook of knife collecting."
Blade Runner is the inspirational memoir of Oscar Pistorius.
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The
Blade Runner Experience: The Legacy of a Science Fiction ...
The Blade Runner Experience: The Legacy of a Science Fiction Classic examines the film in a broad context, examining its relationship to the original novel, the PC game, the series of sequels, and the many films influenced by its style and ...
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The Icemark Chronicles #2:
Blade of Fire
Following THE CRY OF THE ICEMARK, a huge success in England and critically acclaimed in the U.S., the next epic adventure in The Icemark Chronicles.
From the treacherous waters and cruel teasing to his aching and bloodied hands, Pierre is miserable. Still he has no choice but to endure the trip to Grand Portage and back. From the Trade Paperback edition.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BLADE»
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blade is used in the context of the following news items.
Libbey reveals new stemware line
“We know from our conversations with them that they were seeking finer quality stemware options,” Ms. Streeter told The Blade. “The fine dining ... «Toledo Blade, Jul 15»
Gold medal for Swan Creek chefs Patrick Young, Stacy Chesney
Patrick Young, center, director of culinary and nutritional services at Swan Creek Retirement Village in South Toledo. THE BLADE/KATIE ... «Toledo Blade, Jul 15»
All sins aren't equal
Keith C. Burris is a columnist for The Blade. Contact him at: kburris@theblade.com or 419-724-6266. Share0 Tweet0 Share0 Reddit0 Share0 ... «Toledo Blade, Jul 15»
Sabres hire Dan Lambert as assistant coach
Die By The Blade, a Buffalo Sabres community. Home · Fanposts · Fanshots · Sections · Latest News · Prospects · Buffalo Sabres Draft 2015 ... «Die By The Blade, Jul 15»
Humane society begins moving
Block Communications Inc., The Blade's parent company, is sponsoring the new shelter's adoptable-dog areas. The company has agreed to ... «Toledo Blade, Jul 15»
Man threatened with blade outside Grimsby takeaway
A spokesperson for Humberside Police said: "It is reported that an unknown man threatened another unknown man with a blade, before ... «Grimsby Telegraph, Jul 15»
Toledo Firefighters Taking More Sick Leave
... in January than average for that month based on sick time statistics for 2011 through 2014, according to a Blade review of public records. «Firehouse.com, Jul 15»
Deputy Kenyan president: Activists should leave country
Eric Gitari, a Kenyan LGBT rights advocate, on Sunday told the Washington Blade that Ruto has hosted a number of anti-LGBT American ... «Washington Blade, Jul 15»
Rising tide in paddle sports prompts local event
You forget about everything you went through that day. Like the commercial says — it's priceless.” Contact Blade outdoors editor Matt Markey ... «Toledo Blade, Jul 15»
Global and China Bi-Metal Band Saw Blade Industry 2014 Acute …
The report firstly introduced Bi-Metal Band Saw Blade basic information included Bi-Metal Band Saw Blade definition classification application ... «CSO Australia, Jul 15»
