Tickle Definition & Meaning
tickle
- noun
- a cutaneous sensation often resulting from light stroking
- the act of tickling
- verb
- touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
- feel sudden intense sensation or emotion; "he was thrilled by the speed and the roar of the engine"
- touch or stroke lightly; "The grass tickled her calves"
"Tickle" in song lyrics
See how tickle is used in real songs:
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"Whip out my pistol, make your hot box tickle"
The Earthquake Institute — Triple XXX Sex -
"Funny bone makes me tickle"
JT the Bigga Figga f/ The Fast One — Game Tight -
"Thoughts about doing Punchline make me tickle"
Kid Capri f/ Punchiline, Ras Kass — One on One
Words that rhyme with tickle
Usage tips for "tickle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tickle" 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 tickle to find words that pair well.
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- What does tickle mean?
- a cutaneous sensation often resulting from light stroking the act of tickling touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements feel sudden intense sensation or emotion; "he was thrilled by the speed and the roar of the engine" touch or stroke lightly; "The grass tickled her calves"
- What part of speech is tickle?
- Tickle is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does tickle have?
- Tickle has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).