stiletto-like
- adjective
- /stəˈlɛtoʊ laɪk/
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similar a un tacón de aguja
- The assassin carried a stiletto-like blade, perfect for slipping through narrow gaps.
Examples
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The bird's stiletto-like beak allowed it to catch insects hidden deep in tree bark.
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The artist used a stiletto-like brush to create fine details.
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She wore high heels with stiletto-like points that clicked sharply on the marble floor.
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Her heels were stiletto-like, making her legs look longer.
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The mechanic used a stiletto-like tool to pry open the engine cover.
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She wore stiletto-like heels that made her appearance striking and elegant.
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The artist created stiletto-like sculptures that emphasized sharp angles and precision.
Synonyms
Long, thin and pointed like a sharp stick
Long and pointed like a thin sharp stick
Shaped like a small, sharp knife with a pointed end
A thing with a very thin, sharp edge or shape
Antonyms
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Etymology
Stiletto-like comes from the Italian stiletto, which meant a 'small dagger', so it brings to mind a 'thin, sharp point'. That's why stiletto-like describes something very thin and pointed, like a bird's narrow beak or a slim high heel.