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Definition prick in American English

prick verb

verb
/prɪk/
1

to make a very small hole in the surface of something with a sharp object

Example

He pricked his finger and drew blood.

Example

Prick the sausages with a fork.

Synonyms and related words
tear pierce puncture
2

to cause or experience a guilty or embarrassed feeling, when you know you are doing something wrong

Example

Her conscience pricked her.

3

if tears prick your eyes, you feel as if you are going to cry

Example

Sudden tears pricked Alex's eyes.

Synonyms and related words
tears teardrop cry
4

to experience a sharp stinging feeling, or to cause this feeling on someone's skin or eyes

Example

Trickles of sweat pricked the back of her neck.

Synonyms and related words
suffer hurt ache
Definition prick in American English