ostry

Meanings

• adjective

  Sharp or acute, especially in taste, sensation, or feeling.

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Variants

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astray

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Etymology

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From the Old Russian word острый (ostryj), meaning 'sharp' or 'acute'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'ostry' is also used in Russian to describe a type of vodka that is especially strong and sharp in taste.

2. In heraldry, an 'ostry' point refers to a pointed end of a charge, such as a shield or a banner.

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Related Concepts

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1. Acute: Relating to a sharp or sudden sensation or perception.

2. Sharp: Having a distinct, clear, and focused character or quality.

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Culture

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In literature, 'ostry' is often used to describe characters or situations that are sharp or acute, such as in the novel 'The Master and Margarita' by Mikhail Bulgakov, where the devil is described as having an 'ostry' wit.

How to Memorize "ostry"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a sharp knife or a pointy object to remember the meaning of 'ostry'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ostry' with words like 'sharp', 'acute', or 'pointy'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'O is for Ostry, Sharp and Acute'.

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