strike sharply; "rap him on the knuckles"
Used in a Sentence
knap
How to use knap in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for knap.
Editorial note
If they were using obsidian other than the issue of constantly having to knap new blades it should have been somewhat easy to work with. The only reason we don't use this in modern times is that the blades break apart over the long term.
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Quick take
strike sharply; "rap him on the knuckles"
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of knap gathered in one view.
break a small piece off from; "chip the glass"; "chip a tooth"
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for knap.
verb
strike sharply; "rap him on the knuckles"
See also: rap
verb
break a small piece off from; "chip the glass"; "chip a tooth"
See also: chip
Example sentences
If they were using obsidian other than the issue of constantly having to knap new blades it should have been somewhat easy to work with. The only reason we don't use this in modern times is that the blades break apart over the long term.
Sort of "Everyone gets their arrowheads from zog, not only does he knap a mean flint that won't break hitting even the hardest bison, he knows everything that is going on around the campfire and has great stories."
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use knap in a sentence?
If they were using obsidian other than the issue of constantly having to knap new blades it should have been somewhat easy to work with. The only reason we don't use this in modern times is that the blades break apart over the long term.
What does knap mean?
strike sharply; "rap him on the knuckles"
What part of speech is knap?
knap is commonly used as verb.