prickle (n.)

  1. a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf

    [ Syn: spine , thorn , pricker , sticker , spikelet ]

    prickle (v.)

  1. cause a prickling sensation

    [ Syn: prick ]

  2. cause a stinging or tingling sensation

    [ Syn: tingle ]

  3. make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn; The nurse pricked my finger to get a small blood sample

    [ Syn: prick ]

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