aculeated
adjEtymology From Latin aculeātus + -ed, from acus (“needle”).
1
Having a sharp point; armed with prickles.
2
Figuratively Pungent, incisive.
adj — 2 senses
Etymology From Latin aculeātus + -ed, from acus (“needle”).
Having a sharp point; armed with prickles.
Figuratively Pungent, incisive.
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