Able to cut or pierce (5)

I believe the answer is:

sharp

(Other definitions for sharp that I've seen before include "Acute; pointed" , "Tangy" , "Penetrating" , "Cutting; acidic" , "Above true pitch; stylish" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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