Pry ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Pry ( verb )

1. Move or force (something) with a lever, especially in order to remove it.
2. Inquire too curiously into someone's private affairs.

Origin:

Early 16th century (in the sense "move something forcibly with a lever"): from middle low german prie "lever", of unknown ultimate origin.

Examples:

1. He pried open the locked drawer with a screwdriver.
2. I had to pry the lid off the jar.
3. I don't like people who pry into my personal business.
4. She tried to pry information out of him.
5. He pried the door open with a crowbar.

(As a noun)

Pry ( noun )

1. Move or force (something) with a lever, especially in order to remove it.
2. Inquire too curiously into someone's private affairs.

Origin:

Early 16th century (in the sense "move something forcibly with a lever"): from middle low german prie "lever", of unknown ultimate origin.

Examples:

1. He pried open the locked drawer with a screwdriver.
2. I had to pry the lid off the jar.
3. I don't like people who pry into my personal business.
4. She tried to pry information out of him.
5. He pried the door open with a crowbar.