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sharp one / smart cookie

nounmasculine/femininecolloquialuncommon/kɐˈtitɐ/ca·ti·ta

Definition

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(Colloquial) A smart, astute, quick-witted, or intelligent person. Can also refer to someone who is well-dressed or looks elegant.

Usage examples

The kid is a sharp one, always finding a way to solve problems.
She showed up at the party looking very smart, with a new dress and a perfect hairstyle.

Common combinations

a sharp kida smart dresser