pricker

noun

prick·​er ˈpri-kər How to pronounce pricker (audio)
1
: one that pricks
2
a
: thorn, prickle
b
: briar

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Use a sausage pricker or needle to pop any air bubbles. —Jack Hennessy, Field & Stream, 30 Jan. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of pricker was in the 14th century

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pricker

noun
prick·​er ˈprik-ər How to pronounce pricker (audio)
1
: one that pricks
2
: prickle entry 1 sense 1

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