knife-edges

A form of knife-edge — A small piece of metal, usually steel, sharpened to an acute edge or angle, and resting on a smooth surface, serving as the fulcrum of a pendulum, scalebeam, or other piece required to oscillate with minimal friction.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of knife-edge
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