pointy end
Where it pierces
The pointy end is the sharp or tapered extremity of an object—the business end of a knife, sword, or spear.
The phrase often appears in contexts where someone states the obvious or explains basics: Stick them with the pointy end.
It can refer to any tapering terminus: the pointy end of a boat (the bow), or figuratively, the front line of an operation where action happens.
Pole with sharp point
- daggerShort pointed stabbing blade
- bayonetRifle-mounted stabbing blade
- lanceLong thrusting weapon
- harpoonBarbed spear for whales
trident · pike · stiletto · arrowhead · blade · sword · rapier · javelin
Pointed implement for sewing
- tackSharp-headed fastener
- pinPointed metal fastener
- thornPointed plant projection
- nailMetal fastener or keratin plate
awl · skewer · toothpick · prong · quill · stylus · syringe · icepick
End or gratuity
- frontForward-facing side
- leading edgeForemost position in development
- cutting edgeMost advanced currently available
Graphite writing instrument
- compassDevice showing cardinal directions
- penInk-filled writing tool
- chiselEdged carving implement
- drill bitRotating hole-cutting attachment
soldering iron · pipette · tweezers · probe · antenna · knitting needle · crochet hook · pick
spear
Pole with sharp point
harpoon · trident · pike · stiletto · arrowhead · blade · sword · rapier · javelin · glaive
needle
Pointed implement for sewing
nail · awl · skewer · toothpick · prong · quill · stylus · syringe · icepick · spindle
tip
End or gratuity
- frontForward-facing side
- leading edgeForemost position in development
- cutting edgeMost advanced currently available
pencil
Graphite writing instrument
drill bit · soldering iron · pipette · tweezers · probe · antenna · knitting needle · crochet hook · pick · gimlet