pointed-headed
|point-ed-head-ed|
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/ˈpɔɪntɪd ˈhɛdɪd/
sharp-headed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pointed-headed' originates from the combination of 'pointed' and 'head,' where 'pointed' means 'having a sharp end' and 'head' refers to the upper part of the body.
Historical Evolution
'pointed' combined with 'head' to form the modern English word 'pointed-headed'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a sharp end on the head,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a head that is pointed or comes to a sharp end.
The statue had a pointed-headed design that was quite unique.
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Last updated: 2025/05/03 08:20