The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word BARONG
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The straight part
We know that "Knife" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case knife = barong.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BARONG mean?
BARONG noun- A cutting weapon similar to a cleaver, with a thick back and thin razor-like edge, used by the Moros of the Philippines.