# sharper

Pronunciation: US say "SHAHR-pur" /ˈʃɑɹpɚ/; UK say "SHAH-puh" /ˈʃɑːpə/

## Adjective

1. Comparative form of sharp. — comparative form of sharp: more sharp
   - Simple: Comparative form of sharp. Use it to say something is more sharp than another thing.
   - _The new lens produced a sharper image than the old one._
   - _His tone grew sharper as the argument dragged on._

## Noun

2. A swindler or cheat, especially a professional gambler who makes a living by cheating. *(dated)*
   - Simple: A cheat who tricks people out of money, especially at cards or other games.
   - _A clever sharper emptied the other players' pockets before anyone suspected the cards were marked._
   - _The gambling dens drew sharpers eager to prey on inexperienced players._

## Origin

Formed from "sharp" combined with the suffix "-er".

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