sharping

noun

a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point

a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named

adjective

quick and forceful

very sudden and in great amount or degree

(of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone

having or made by a thin edge or sharp point

keenly and painfully felt

extremely steep

having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones

harsh

marked by practical hardheaded intelligence

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

ending in a sharp point

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

adverb

changing suddenly in direction and degree

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