pointy

American  

[poin-tee] / ˈpɔɪn ti /

adjective

pointier, pointiest

1. having a comparatively sharp point.

   The elf had pointy little ears.

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pointy British  

/ ˈpɔɪntɪ /

adjective

1. having a sharp point or points; pointed

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Etymology

Origin of pointy

First recorded in 1635–45; point + -y ¹

Example Sentences

“Why, yes, Mrs. Warne,” said the Right Reverend, sliding his pointy black boot forward just a hint to keep her door from slamming shut on his petition.

From Literature

The dog also doesn’t look like a regular pet or anything—no collar, and it has a kind of pointy snout and stuck-up ears, like a giant fox-wolf.

From Literature

If 2025 had a face, it was undoubtedly made of vinyl, with pointy ears, big eyes and a grin with precisely nine teeth.

From BBC

Most fruity martinis are actually daiquiri variations in pointy glasses.

From Salon

We all wanted to catch the first glimpse of Cleopatra’s Needle as it poked its pointy top out of The Dessoug.

From Literature