dagger-like

• Décrit quelque chose de pointu, acéré ou rappelant un poignard par sa forme ou son effet ; souvent utilisé métaphoriquement pour un regard ou une remarque.

Describes something that is sharp, pointed, or resembles a dagger in shape or effect, often used metaphorically for a glance or remark.

1. Resembling a daggerB2formal

   Having the shape, sharpness, or threatening appearance of a dagger.

   en forme de dague

   • The plant has dagger-like leaves that can prick your skin.
   • He gave her a dagger-like glare across the room.
   • The mountain's peak rose in a dagger-like formation against the sky.

   Synonymesacicularbladelikeknifelikepointedsharpswordlike