kukri

Noun

Meaning

kukri (plural kukris)

A curved Nepalese knife used especially by Gurkha fighters; many variants exist, but all share recurve as a common theme.
Synonym: Gurkha knife

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The kukri is a Nepalese curved blade used for many purposes similar to the machete. Source: Internet

The Japanese katana, wakizashi and tanto are carried by some infantry and officers in Japan and other parts of Asia and the kukri is the official melee weapon for India. Source: Internet

The Kukri Ulster Rugby Championship is sure to deliver lots of fascinating games this season as ten evenly matched teams fight for the honours. Source: Internet

The Nepalese kukri is a curved blade that is often used for similar tasks. Source: Internet

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