adj
pointy
POYN-tee
adj
1
Having a sharp point; tapering to a narrow end.
"The witch's costume had a tall, pointy hat."
How to Use Pointy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal way of saying something is sharp-tipped or comes to a point.
Common pairings
pointy hat
pointy shoes
pointy ears
Word Forms
pointier comparative, pointies plural, pointiest superlative
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Etymology
From point + -y.