Definition of 'nick'

Noun

1. an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
      Synonyms: dent ding gouge
2. (British slang) a prison; "he's in the nick"
3. a small cut
      Synonyms: notch snick

Verb

1. cut slightly, with a razor; "The barber's knife nicked his cheek"
      Synonyms: snick
2. cut a nick into
      Synonyms: chip
3. divide or reset the tail muscles of; "nick horses"
4. mate successfully; of livestock

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