Knife-point
[nahyf-point] /ˈnaɪfˌpɔɪnt/
noun
1.
the sharp tip of a knife.
Idioms
2.
at knifepoint, under threat of being cut or stabbed with a knife:
He was robbed at knifepoint.
noun
1.
the tip of a knife blade
2.
at knife-point, under threat of being stabbed
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