Language: English, based on phonetic Nepali
Source: In common use

Description

Kukri is a common simplified method to spell the more correct khukri खुक्रि or khukurīi (खुकुरी). Kukri is often used by collectors of these knives in the English speaking world.

The khukuri is a utility and fighting knife that is mainly associated with the Ghurkas. It is characterized by a forward curving blade that widens considerably before forming a fairly sharp point.

Main article: khukuri (खुकुरी)

Glossary search: khukurī

Also see: A Nepalese khukurī glossary

A fine late 19th century khukuri with silver mounts.
Listed by Mandarin Mansion in 2020.