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pointed

/ˈpɔɪntɪd/ · verb

Meaning

  1. To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.
  2. To draw attention to something or indicate a direction.
  3. To face in a particular direction.
  4. (sometimes figurative) To direct toward an object; to aim.
  5. To give a point to; to sharpen; to cut, forge, grind, or file to an acute end.
  6. To indicate a probability of something.
  7. To appoint.
  8. Sharp, barbed; not dull.
  9. In animals, having a coat pattern with points, that is, darkening of the extremities.
  10. (of a comment or inference) Directed negatively at a person or topic.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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