Cleaver Definition & Meaning

cleaver
noun
  1. a butcher's knife having a large square blade

"Cleaver" in song lyrics

See how cleaver is used in real songs:

  • "No need for the sheepa cheeba cleaner than, Beaver Cleaver"
    Artifacts — Lower Da Boom
  • "Chop you in the neck with a mothafuckin meat cleaver"
    The Beatnuts f/ Fatman Scoop — Let's Git Doe
  • "Snatch up and I bang her with my meat cleaver"
    Da Backwudz f/ Nas, Slim Thug — You Gonna Luv Me (Remix)

Usage tips for "cleaver"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cleaver" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cleaver to find words that pair well.

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