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machete

Pronunciation: /məˈtʃɛti, -ˈʃɛti/
(also matchet)
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Definition of machete

noun

  • a broad, heavy knife used as an implement or weapon, originating in Central America and the Caribbean.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Spanish, from macho 'hammer'

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