sharp — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

sharp (/ʃɑːp/)

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🔊 /ʃɑːp/

Meaning

Meaning: having a fine edge

Having an edge or point that can easily cut or pierce things.

Examples

🗣 Be careful, that knife is very sharp.

Etymology

From Old English ‘scearp’ (having a cutting edge).

How & Where It’s Used

Describes knives, pencils, pain, and clever minds.

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Tags: describing, tools

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