prick
noun
- 1
the act of puncturing with a small point
he gave the balloon a small prick
- 2
obscene terms for penis
- 3
insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous
- 4
a depression scratched or carved into a surface
verb
- 1
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
- 2
make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn
The nurse pricked my finger to get a small blood sample
- 3
deliver a sting to
A bee stung my arm yesterday
- 4
to cause a sharp emotional pain
The thought of her unhappiness pricked his conscience
- 5
raise
The dog pricked up his ears
- 6
cause a prickling sensation
- 7
cause a stinging pain
The needle pricked his skin
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