Pointed tool (3)
I believe the answer is:
awl
'pointed tool' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for awl that I've seen before include "Hole-making tool" , "Pointed hand-tool" , "Tool for punching small holes" , "Boring tool sounds comprehensive" , "leather-workers use it" .)