sharp (a)

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type a
lex_filenum 00
def having or made by a thin edge or sharp point
def suitable for cutting or piercing
examples a sharp knife
a pencil with a sharp point
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Also see pointed
Attribute sharpness, keenness
Derivationally related form sharp → sharpness
Antonym sharp → dull
Similar to carnassial; chisel-like; dagger-like; drill-like; edged; fang-like; file-like; incisive; keen; knifelike; metal-cutting; penetrative, penetrating; razor-sharp; sharpened; sharp-toothed
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Antonym dull → sharp
Similar to carnassial; chisel-like; dagger-like; drill-like; edged; fang-like; file-like; incisive; keen; knifelike; metal-cutting; penetrative, penetrating; razor-sharp; sharpened; sharp-toothed
Also see pointed
Derivationally related form sharpness → sharp
Attribute sharpness, keenness

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