Definition of 'prick'

Noun

1. a depression scratched or carved into a surface
      Synonyms: incision scratch slit dent
2. obscene terms for penis
      Synonyms: cock dick shaft pecker peter tool putz
3. the act of puncturing with a small point; "he gave the balloon a small prick"
      Synonyms: pricking

Verb

1. make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn; "The nurse pricked my finger to get a small blood sample"
      Synonyms: prickle
2. cause a stinging pain; "The needle pricked his skin"
      Synonyms: sting twinge
3. raise; "The dog pricked up his ears"
      Synonyms: prick up cock up
4. stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
      Synonyms: goad
5. cause a prickling sensation
      Synonyms: prickle
6. to cause a sharp emotional pain; "The thought of her unhappiness pricked his conscience"
7. deliver a sting to; "A bee stung my arm yesterday"
      Synonyms: sting bite

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