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KNIFELIKE
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Having a sharp or distinct edge
Example:
a narrow knifelike profile
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distinct (easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Cutting or able to cut as if with a knife
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sharp (having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
Example:
lancinating pain
Synonyms:
cutting; keen; knifelike; lancinate; lancinating; piercing; stabbing
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Adjectives
Similar:
sharp (keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point)
Sense 4
Meaning:
Having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
Example:
frequent penetrative observations
Synonyms:
acute; discriminating; incisive; keen; knifelike; penetrating; penetrative; piercing; sharp
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Adjectives
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perceptive (having the ability to perceive or understand; keen in discernment)
