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Nick Definition & Meaning

nick
noun
  1. an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
  2. (British slang) a prison; "he's in the nick"
  3. a small cut
verb
  1. cut slightly, with a razor; "The barber's knife nicked his cheek"
  2. cut a nick into
  3. divide or reset the tail muscles of; "nick horses"
  4. mate successfully; of livestock

"Nick" in song lyrics

See how nick is used in real songs:

  • "Ratchets just spit, big gift like Saint Nick"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — We Always Gonna Do It
  • "The Anglicized form of the Dutch name is Saint Nick"
    The Cross Movement — Invasion Day
  • "to buy 'em a hit or a trick or a nick"
    Dismaster Crew — Small Time Hustler

Words that rhyme with nick

Usage tips for "nick"

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Frequently asked questions

What does nick mean?
an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) (British slang) a prison; "he's in the nick" a small cut cut slightly, with a razor; "The barber's knife nicked his cheek" cut a nick into divide or reset the tail muscles of; "nick horses" mate successfully; of livestock
What part of speech is nick?
Nick is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does nick have?
Nick has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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