also: しんじょう
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
needle-shaped; pointed
Describes something that is shaped like a needle or has a sharp, pointed form. Often used in technical descriptions (e.g., crystals, leaves, medical instruments).
The leaves of this plant are needle-shaped and hurt when touched.
Under the microscope, the crystals had a needle-like shape.
Standard kanji spelling. The reading はりじょう is the most common.
Alternate reading, less common. May be encountered in technical or medical contexts.
Compound of 針 (needle) and 状 (shape, form). The reading はりじょう uses the kun'yomi of 針 and the on'yomi of 状; しんじょう uses on'yomi for both.