Swiss Army knife
Red folding multi-tool
A Swiss Army knife is a compact folding pocketknife with multiple tools—typically blades, screwdrivers, scissors, and can openers—that fold into a single handle.
The red-handled originals were issued to Swiss soldiers.
Figuratively, anything versatile or multipurpose: Python is the Swiss Army knife of programming languages.
Flat cutting edge
- screwdriverTool for turning fasteners
- corkscrewTool for opening bottles
- scissorsPivoted twin-blade cutter
- tweezersPincerlike gripping instrument
toothpick · nail-file · saw · can-opener · bottle-opener · awl · pliers · reamer
Useful for varied applications
- multifunctionalHaving many uses
- all-in-oneCombined into one unit
- adaptableAble to adjust readily
- flexibleAble to bend freely
resourceful · ingenious · handy · jack-of-all-trades · convertible · universal · comprehensive · integrated
Small enough to carry
- compactTightly packed together
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- handheldDesigned for palm use
- foldableAble to bend flat
pocketable · travel-friendly · miniature · slim · sleek · EDC · keychain · on-the-go
Swiss knife manufacturer
- craftsmanshipSkill in making objects
- iconicWidely recognized, enduring
- classicOf lasting excellence
- authenticVerified as original
collectible · heritage · quality · precision · trademark · original · genuine
Outdoor recreational lodging
- emergencySerious sudden danger
- wildernessUncultivated, uninhabited natural region
- preparednessState of being equipped
- bushcraftWilderness survival skill set
outdoors · hiking · backpacking · firestarter · rescue · self-reliance · foraging · shelter
blade
Flat cutting edge
- screwdriverTool for turning fasteners
- corkscrewTool for opening bottles
- scissorsPivoted twin-blade cutter
tweezers · toothpick · nail-file · saw · can-opener · bottle-opener · awl · pliers · reamer · flathead
multipurpose
Useful for varied applications
- multifunctionalHaving many uses
- all-in-oneCombined into one unit
- adaptableAble to adjust readily
flexible · resourceful · ingenious · handy · jack-of-all-trades · convertible · universal · comprehensive · integrated · modular
pocket-sized
Small enough to carry
- compactTightly packed together
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- handheldDesigned for palm use
foldable · pocketable · travel-friendly · miniature · slim · sleek · EDC · keychain · on-the-go · retractable
Victorinox
Swiss knife manufacturer
- craftsmanshipSkill in making objects
- iconicWidely recognized, enduring
- classicOf lasting excellence
authentic · collectible · heritage · quality · precision · trademark · original · genuine
camping
Outdoor recreational lodging
- emergencySerious sudden danger
- wildernessUncultivated, uninhabited natural region
- preparednessState of being equipped
bushcraft · outdoors · hiking · backpacking · firestarter · rescue · self-reliance · foraging · shelter · navigation
- iconic designsEiffel Tower, Nike swoosh, Apple logo, Eames chair, Volkswagen Beetle
- SwitzerlandBern, Geneva, Zurich, Basel, Lausanne
- exportscrude oil, petroleum, natural gas, oil, gas
- kits and toolsscrewdriver, hammer, wrench, pliers, drill
- pocket itemskeys, wallet, phone, coins, cash
- toolsscrewdriver, wrench, pliers, hammer, saw
Swiss Army knifeone-trick pony
Person lacking versatility
unitasker · scalpel · chef's knife · butter knife · letter opener
Swiss Army knifestraight razor
Folding blade for shaving
pocket knife · primitive tool · flint knife · minimalist design · paring knife
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