Vessels with sharp bows? (7)
I believe the answer is:
cutters
'vessels' is the definition.
(cutter is a kind of vessel)
I don't understand how the rest of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for cutters that I've seen before include "Sloops" , "Scissors, maybe, or fast sailing-ships" , "Boats; tailors" .)