A small hole or puncture made by a sharp object. noun
She felt a prick on her finger from the needle.
The thorn gave him a small prick on his hand.
A sharp, pointed object or instrument. noun
He used a prick to mark the spot on the map.
The surgeon used a prick to make a small incision.
A sensation of being sharply punctured or stung. noun
He felt a prick of pain in his arm.
The cold air caused a prick on her skin.
To pierce slightly with a sharp point. verb
She pricked her finger while sewing.
He pricked the balloon with a pin.
To cause a sharp emotional pain or discomfort. verb
His conscience pricked him after he lied.
The harsh words pricked her heart.
To mark or indicate by puncturing with a pointed object. verb
He pricked the paper to create a design.
The tailor pricked the fabric to mark the pattern.
A derogatory term for a person regarded as unpleasant or contemptible. noun
He acted like a prick during the meeting.
Don't be such a prick to your friends.