hoi1 seon3 dou1開信刀开信刀
Jyutpinghoi1 seon3 dou1
Yalehōi seun dōu
Definition
A letter opener.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a tool designed for slitting envelopes, often found in office settings or on home desks. While many people now use scissors or just their hands to open mail, the term remains standard for the dedicated blade tool.
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Can you find the letter opener on the desk?
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