aiguille

/ɛɡɥij/

Definitions

1. noun

a needle or sewing needle, especially a sharp-pointed one used for hand-sewing or embroidery

“She carefully threaded the aiguille with the fine silk thread.”

2. noun

a pointed rock or stone, especially one used for piercing or carving

“The aiguille on the beach was worn smooth by the ocean.”

3. noun

a small, pointed object, such as a mountain peak

“The aiguille rose above the surrounding landscape.”

Synonyms

  • needle
  • point

Antonyms

  • blunt
  • flat