Tick Definition & Meaning
tick
- noun
- a metallic tapping sound; "he counted the ticks of the clock"
- any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis; feed on blood of warm-blooded animals
- a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.; "as he called the role he put a check mark by each student's name"
- a light mattress
- verb
- make a clicking or ticking sound; "The clock ticked away"
- make a sound like a clock or a timer; "the clocks were ticking"; "the grandfather clock beat midnight"
- sew; "tick a mattress"
- put a check mark on or near or next to; "Please check each name on the list"; "tick off the items"; "mark off the units"
"Tick" in song lyrics
See how tick is used in real songs:
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"It's always gonna tick"
The 49ers — Mesmerized -
"If you knew what makes me tick"
Aceyalone — The Grandfather Clock -
"Cause see, I tick like time and man I time like tick"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Cobra Status
Words that rhyme with tick
Usage tips for "tick"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tick" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tick to find words that pair well.