prick

/prˈɪk/

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