outtongue

/ˈaʊtˌtʌŋɡ/ (OW-tung)

Definitions

1. noun

A long, thin, pointed piece of metal, typically with a sharp edge, used for piercing or cutting.

“The archaeologists used a small outtongue to carefully extract the ancient artifact from the rock.”

Synonyms

  • awl
  • dagger

Antonyms

  • blunt instrument
  • broad knife