noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Describes a shape that tapers to a sharp point; often used in botanical or technical contexts for leaves, tips, or projections.
この植物の葉は先端が尖形だ。
The leaves of this plant have pointed tips.
尖形の突起が表面に見られる。
Pointed projections can be seen on the surface.
Compound of 尖 (point, sharp) and 形 (shape, form). The reading せんけい follows standard on'yomi. The alternate spelling 尖圭 uses 圭 (jade tablet) which can also mean 'pointed', but this form is rare.