barlow

noun bar·low \ˈbär-ˌlō\

Definition of BARLOW

: a sturdy inexpensive jackknife

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Barlow, family of 18th century English knife makers

First Known Use: 1884

biographical name Bar·low \ˈbär-ˌlō\

Joel 1754–1812 Am. poet & diplomat

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