Prick ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Prick ( verb )

1. Make a small hole or mark in (something) with a sharp point.
2. Cause (someone) to feel sharp, sudden pain or discomfort.
3. Goad or prod (an animal) with a sharp instrument.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english priccan, of germanic origin; related to dutch prikken and german stechen.

Examples:

1. She pricked her finger with a needle while sewing.
2. The needle pricked his skin as the nurse gave him an injection.
3. The farmer pricked the horse to make it move.
4. The cook pricked the potatoes with a fork to check if they were done.
5. She pricked up her ears when she heard her name mentioned.

(As a noun)

Prick ( noun )

1. Make a small hole or mark in (something) with a sharp point.
2. Cause (someone) to feel sharp, sudden pain or discomfort.
3. Goad or prod (an animal) with a sharp instrument.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english priccan, of germanic origin; related to dutch prikken and german stechen.

Examples:

1. She pricked her finger with a needle while sewing.
2. The needle pricked his skin as the nurse gave him an injection.
3. The farmer pricked the horse to make it move.
4. The cook pricked the potatoes with a fork to check if they were done.
5. She pricked up her ears when she heard her name mentioned.