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sharpness

The English word “sharpness” has 7 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. the cutting ability of an edge; keenness.
  2. the fineness of the point a pointed object.
  3. The product or result of being sharp.
  4. pungency or acidity.
  5. distinctness, focus.
  6. acuteness or acuity.
  7. edge or blade

Etymology

From Middle English sharpnesse, scharpnesse, from Old English sċearpnes (“sharpness”), equivalent to sharp + -ness.

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