machete

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Synonyms: macheke

Antonyms: macheke

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Noun

1. A [[sword]]-like [[tool]] used for [[cut]]ting large [[plant]]s with a [[chop]]ping motion, or used as a [[weapon]].
2. A small [[stringed instrument]] from [[Madeira]], [[Portugal]], having a double bulged body, traditionally of wood, with a small rib and four metallic strings, sometimes attached by wooden pegs.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To cut or chop with a machete.

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