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Pointed
/ˈpɔɪntɪd/
To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.
📖 Definitions of "Pointed"
- 1
To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.
"It's rude to point at other people."
- 2
To draw attention to something or indicate a direction.
"The arrow of a compass points north"
- 3
To face in a particular direction.
- 4
(sometimes figurative) To direct toward an object; to aim.
"to point a gun at a wolf, or a cannon at a fort"
- 1
To appoint.
- 1
Sharp, barbed; not dull.
"The warrior brandished a pointed spear."
- 2
In animals, having a coat pattern with points, that is, darkening of the extremities.
"The Siamese is a pointed breed of cat."
- 3
(of a comment or inference) Directed negatively at a person or topic.
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