Sting ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Sting ( verb )

1. To cause a sharp, often painful, sensation or injury to (a person or animal) with a needle or similar instrument, or by a bite or sting.
2. To hurt or annoy (someone) emotionally or mentally.

Origin:

Old english styngean; of germanic origin; related to german stechen.

Examples:

1. The bee stung her on the arm and she felt a sharp pain.
2. The needle stung when it entered her skin.
3. The comment stung her pride and she felt hurt.
4. The criticism stung and she felt annoyed.
5. The hot sauce stung his mouth and made his eyes water.

(As a noun)

Sting ( noun )

1. To cause a sharp, often painful, sensation or injury to (a person or animal) with a needle or similar instrument, or by a bite or sting.
2. To hurt or annoy (someone) emotionally or mentally.

Origin:

Old english styngean; of germanic origin; related to german stechen.

Examples:

1. The bee stung her on the arm and she felt a sharp pain.
2. The needle stung when it entered her skin.
3. The comment stung her pride and she felt hurt.
4. The criticism stung and she felt annoyed.
5. The hot sauce stung his mouth and made his eyes water.