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Moderatepointed
The correct spelling is pointed.
How to pronounce pointed
/ˈpɔɪntɪd/
verbIPA: /ˈpɔɪntɪd/
Say it like: Poy-nte-d
The correct spelling is pointed. To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it. For example: "It's rude to point at other people."
Usage Examples
“It's rude to point at other people.”
“The arrow of a compass points north”
“to point a gun at a wolf, or a cannon at a fort”
Meanings
verb
- 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.
adjective
- 1.Sharp, barbed; not dull.
- 2.In animals, having a coat pattern with points, that is, darkening of the extremities.
- 3.(of a comment or inference) Directed negatively at a person or topic.
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