Daggerlike

/ˈdæɡərˌlaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling a dagger in shape, sharpness, or pointed form.

Etymology

Compound of dagger and like (Anglo-Saxon lyc, 'similar'). A straightforward descriptive term used in literature and botany to describe pointed, blade-shaped objects.

Kelly Says

Scientists use 'dagger-like' to describe everything from ice crystal formations to fish spines—it's a surprisingly useful shape descriptor because daggers were engineered by humans to be aerodynamic and penetrating!

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