Meaning of the word prick in English
What does prick mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
prick
US /prɪk/
UK /prɪk/
Verb
1.
to make a very small hole or holes in the surface of something, sometimes in a way that causes pain:
Example:
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Prick the skin of the potatoes with a fork before baking them.
Noun
1.
the act of making a very small hole in the surface of something with a sharp object, or a hole that is made like this:
Example:
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The test requires a small blood sample from a heel prick.
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