The 'Cutting Food With a Sword' meme is a popular visual metaphor used to represent 'overkill'—the act of using excessive force, resources, or effort to accomplish a simple, mundane task. Usually featuring a knight in full armor or a person wielding a massive broadsword to slice something small like a loaf of bread or a piece of fruit, the image resonates with anyone who has ever used a high-tech solution for a low-tech problem. It first gained significant traction on platforms like Reddit and Tumblr, often used to joke about overqualified employees, high-end computers being used for basic tasks, or dramatic reactions to minor inconveniences. Its versatility lies in the inherent absurdity of the mismatch between the legendary weapon and the domestic chore.