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- Dictionarysharp/ʃɑːp/
adjective
- 1. (of an object) having an edge or point that is able to cut or pierce something: "cut the cake with a very sharp knife" Similar Opposite
- 2. producing a sudden, piercing physical sensation or effect: "I suddenly felt a sharp pain in my back" Similar
adverb
- 1. precisely (used after an expression of time): "the meeting starts at 7.30 sharp" Similar Opposite
- 2. in a sudden or abrupt way: "turn sharp right at the corner" Similar
noun
- 1. a musical note raised a semitone above natural pitch.
- 2. a long, sharply pointed needle used for general sewing.
verb
- 1. raise the pitch of (a note) by a semitone: US "if you raise a note by one fret, you have sharped the note"
- 2. cheat or swindle (someone), especially at cards: archaic "the fellow is drunk, let's sharp him"
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SHARP definition: 1. having a thin edge or point that can cut something or make a hole in something: 2. producing or…. Learn more.
The meaning of SHARP is adapted to cutting or piercing. How to use sharp in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Sharp.
SHARP meaning: 1. having a thin edge or point that can cut something or make a hole in something: 2. producing or…. Learn more.
Definition of sharp adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. having a fine edge or point, especially of something that can cut or make a hole in something. Toys with sharp edges are not suitable for young children. Take a sheet of paper and a sharp pencil.
Having a thin edge or a fine point suitable for or capable of cutting or piercing. 2. a. Having clear form and detail: a sharp photographic image. b. Terminating in an edge or a point: sharp angular cliffs; a sharp nose. c. Clearly and distinctly set forth: sharp contrasts in behavior. 3. Abrupt or acute: a sharp drop; a sharp turn. 4. a.
A sharp point or edge is very thin and can cut through things very easily. A sharp knife, tool, or other object has a point or edge of this kind.
point or edge is very thin and can cut through things quickly. All you need to know about "SHARP" in one place: definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.
smart quick at learning and understanding things; showing the ability to make good business or personal decisions: She's smarter than her brother. That was a smart career move.
sharp meaning: 1. having a very thin edge or point that can cut things: 2. sudden and very large: 3. quick to…. Learn more.
Something with a thin edge or a fine point that can cut is sharp. It's painful when your dog climbs into your lap, poking you with his sharp toenails. A knife and a pointed stick are sharp, since they can pierce or cut, and a piercing pain in your neck is also sharp.
