piercing
US /ˈpɪr.sɪŋ/
UK /ˈpɪr.sɪŋ/
1.
a hole made in the body for wearing jewelry
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She got a new nose piercing last week.
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Ear piercings are very common.
1.
having a sharp, strong, or intense quality, often referring to sound, light, or cold
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The dog let out a piercing bark.
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A piercing wind swept across the open field.