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prickle
('pr/I/k/@/l )

noun (n)

  • a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf(noun.plant)
    Synonym:
    pricker, spikelet, spine, sticker, thorn
    source: wordnet30
  • 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.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • cause a prickling sensation(verb.perception)
    Synonym:
    prick
    source: wordnet30
  • cause a stinging or tingling sensation(verb.perception)
    Synonym:
    tingle
    source: wordnet30
  • make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn(verb.contact)
    source: wordnet30
  • To prick slightly, as with prickles, or fine, sharp points.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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