needle
/nˈidʌl/
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Definitions
Noun
the leaf of a conifer
Noun
a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument
Noun
a sharp pointed implement (usually steel)
Noun
a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record
Verb
goad or provoke,as by constant criticism; "He needled her with his sarcastic remarks"
Verb
prick with a needle
More General Terms
beset
chevvy
chevy
chivvy
chivy
harass
harry
hassle
implement
molest
plague
pointer
prick
prickle
provoke
simple leaf
stylus
More Specific Terms
crochet hook
crochet needle
dry point
hypodermic needle
knitting needle
packing needle
sewing needle