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Pointed ˈpɔɪntɪd Adjective Bre Chin Teeth Arches Medieval

Word pointed
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic BrE / ˈpɔɪntɪd / NAmE / ˈpɔɪntɪd /
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  • a pointed chin
  • pointed teeth
  • the pointed arches used in medieval buildings
  • a pointed instrument
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pointed

(adjective)BrE / ˈpɔɪntɪd / NAmE / ˈpɔɪntɪd /
  1. having a sharp end
    • see also pointy
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/pointy
    • a pointed chin
    • pointed teeth
    • the pointed arches used in medieval buildings
    • a pointed instrument
  2. aimed in a clear and often critical way against a particular person or their behaviour
    • a pointed comment/remark
    • His words were a pointed reminder of her position.
    • His questions were starting to sound very pointed.
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