Pronunciation: /ˈæsəˌreɪt/
verb to make or become sharp or pointed
A1 I acerate my pencil to make it sharper.
A2 She acerated the needle before sewing the fabric.
B1 The tailor acerated the pins to ensure they would pierce the thick fabric.
B2 He acerated the drill bit before drilling into the metal sheet.
C1 The surgeon acerated the scalpel before performing the delicate surgery.
C2 The artist acerated the fine tip of the brush to create intricate details in the painting.
adjective having a sharp point or edge; needle-like
A1 The acerate leaves of the pine tree are sharp and pointy.
A2 She accidentally pricked her finger on the acerate thorns of the rose bush.
B1 The acerate needles of the cactus plant are used for protection against predators.
B2 The acerate quills of the porcupine serve as a defense mechanism against threats.
C1 The acerate spines of the sea urchin can cause painful injuries if touched.
C2 The acerate barbs of the lionfish contain venom that can be dangerous to humans.
formal The acerate leaves of the pine tree are sharp and pointed.
informal Be careful not to prick yourself on the acerate needles of the cactus.
slang I accidentally poked myself with one of those acerate thorns.
figurative Her acerate words cut through the tension in the room.
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