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Pricking Definition & Meaning

pricking
noun
  1. the act of puncturing with a small point; "he gave the balloon a small prick"

"Pricking" in song lyrics

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  • "obsessive pricking"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does pricking mean?
the act of puncturing with a small point; "he gave the balloon a small prick"
What part of speech is pricking?
Pricking is a noun.

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