barlow

noun

bar·low ˈbär-ˌlō

: a sturdy inexpensive jackknife

Etymology

Barlow, family of 18th century English knife makers

First Known Use

1779, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of barlow was in 1779

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“Barlow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/barlow. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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barlow

noun

bar·low ˈbär-ˌlō

: a sturdy inexpensive jackknife

Etymology

named for Barlow, a family of 18th century English knife makers

Barlow

Bar·low ˈbär-ˌlō

Joel 1754–1812 American poet and diplomat

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