point (of a sword, etc.)

pointed verbal attack

point of a spear; spearhead

focus (of one's attack, criticism, etc.); aim; target; brunt

force (of an argument); edge

穂先 only

tip of an ear (of wheat, etc.)

tip (of a brush, spear, etc.); point; spearhead

long-handled Chinese spear; lance; pike

ほこ only

weapon; arms

ほこ only

grip of a bow

Abbreviation

parade float decorated with long-handled Chinese spears

advance guard; vanguard

Sports

athlete who competes in the first match of a team competition (kendo, judo, etc.)

sharp tongue; eloquence

van (of a movement); vanguard; forefront

second athlete to compete in a 5-on-5 team competition (kendo, judo, etc.)

brunt of attack or argument

sharp (tongue, criticism, etc.); cutting; scathing