Swiss Army knife

名词 n.
中文释义
美 /ˌswɪsˈɑɹmiˌnaɪf/

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. Any of a class of multi-function pocket knives or multitools, having a blade and various tools, such as screwdrivers and can openers.
    — She carries a Swiss Army knife for the convenience of having dozens of small tools handy at any moment.
  2. A tool or approach that has many functions, one for every perceivable need. broadly,figuratively
    — This software has been a good Swiss Army knife for us as we rebuild our systems.

词形变化

Swiss Army knives plural

词源

From the prominent (although not exclusive) association of this type of knife with officers of the Swiss Army; see Swiss Army knife § History for details.
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