矛先

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 矛先 is read as ほこさき and can mean “spearhead” or “target of criticism”, depending on context.
• Basic usage: The examples show a spear point aimed at the ground and criticism directed at the person in charge.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Distinguishing senses and uses
  • It literally means a spear point and figuratively the target of attack or criticism, often in 批判の矛先が向く.