sharp-set

American  

[shahrp-set] / ˈʃɑrpˌsɛt /

adjective

1. eager to satisfy the appetite, especially for food.

2. keen or eager.

3. set to present a sharply angled edge.

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sharp-set British  

adjective

1. set to give an acute cutting angle

2. keenly hungry

3. keen or eager

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Other Word Forms

• sharp-setness noun

Etymology

Origin of sharp-set

First recorded in 1530–40

Example Sentences

The wounded were, however, sharp-set in all respects.

From Rivers of Ice by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)

And presently, first removing his cap and saying his grace in a devout fashion, he sat down and began to eat with an evidently sharp-set appetite.

From Ravensdene Court by Fletcher, J. S. (Joseph Smith)

"Yes, John, do," said Mr Mowbray; "and as quick's you like; for we are all, I fancy, pretty sharp-set; and some of us—I speak for myself at any rate—not a little thirsty."

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 17 by Wilson, John Mackay

Dinner is ready on the boat and our appetites are too sharp-set to permit of delay.

From Seeds of Pine by Canuck, Janey

He will not refuse, being always sharp-set for a cup.

From Under the Rose by Isham, Frederic Stewart