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Definition of Prickle
1. Noun. A small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf.
Exact synonyms: Pricker, Spikelet, Spine, Sticker, Thorn
Generic synonyms: Aculeus
Specialized synonyms: Glochid, Glochidium
Derivative terms: Prick, Prickly, Spinous, Stick, Thorny
Generic synonyms: Aculeus
Specialized synonyms: Glochid, Glochidium
Derivative terms: Prick, Prickly, Spinous, Stick, Thorny
2. Verb. Cause a prickling sensation.
3. Verb. Cause a stinging or tingling sensation.
4. Verb. Make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn. "The nurse pricked my finger to get a small blood sample"
Exact synonyms: Prick
Specialized synonyms: Needle
Generic synonyms: Pierce
Derivative terms: Prick, Prick, Pricker, Pricker, Pricking
Specialized synonyms: Needle
Generic synonyms: Pierce
Derivative terms: Prick, Prick, Pricker, Pricker, Pricking
Definition of Prickle
1. n. A little prick; a small, sharp point; a fine, sharp process or projection, as from the skin of an animal, the bark of a plant, etc.; a spine.
2. v. t. To prick slightly, as with prickles, or fine, sharp points.
Definition of Prickle
1. to prick [v -LED, -LING, -LES] - See also: prick