acuminose

ækʊmɪnoʊs

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by acumens, pointed or tapering tips

“The leaves of the plant were acuminose, gradually narrowing towards the tip.”

2. adjective

terminating in a point or tapering to a point

“The acuminose shape of the iceberg made it difficult to navigate.”

Synonyms

  • pointed
  • tapering

Antonyms

  • blunt
  • dull