Synonyms: barb
Definition: one of the parallel filaments projecting from the main shaft of a feather
Synonyms: barb
Definition: a subsidiary point facing opposite from the main point that makes an arrowhead or spear hard to remove
Similar words: point
Definition: sharp end
Usage: he stuck the point of the knife into a tree; he broke the point of his pencil
Synonyms: barb
Definition: the pointed part of barbed wire
Similar words: point
Definition: sharp end
Usage: he stuck the point of the knife into a tree; he broke the point of his pencil
Synonyms: dig, slam, shaft, shot, barb, jibe, gibe
Definition: an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
Usage: his parting shot was `drop dead'; she threw shafts of sarcasm; she takes a dig at me every chance she gets
Similar words: input, remark, comment
Definition: a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
Usage: from time to time she contributed a personal comment on his account
Synonyms: barb
Definition: provide with barbs
Usage: barbed wire
Similar words: alter, change, modify
Definition: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Usage: The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city; The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue