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Definition sharp in American English

sharp adverb

adverb
/ʃɑrp/
1

at a particular time exactly

Example

We're leaving at 5 o'clock sharp.

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2

in a way that changes direction suddenly

Example

Turn sharp left after the bridge.

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3

singing or playing musical notes that are slightly higher than they should be

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Definition sharp in American English