prickle

noun
UK: /ˈprɪkl/
US: /ˈprɪkl/

  1. A sharp point on a plant or animal.

    1. The rose has a sharp prickle.
    2. Be careful of the prickle when you touch this plant, it is very sharp.

  2. A tingling or prickling sensation on the skin.

    1. I felt a prickle on my arm.
    2. A strange prickle of fear ran down her spine as she entered the dark house.

Synonyms

thorn spine tingle itch
prickle verb

  1. To experience a tingling sensation.

    1. My skin prickles in the cold.
    2. Her eyes prickle with unshed tears when she thinks of her childhood.

  2. To cause a tingling or prickling sensation.

    1. The rough fabric made my skin prickle.
    2. The thought of the upcoming exam made his skin prickle with anxiety.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "prickle" in English means: A sharp point on a plant or animal., A tingling or prickling sensation on the skin..

The phonetic transcription of "prickle" is /ˈprɪkl/ in British English and /ˈprɪkl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "prickle": thorn, spine, tingle, itch.

Example usage of "prickle": "The rose has a sharp prickle.". More examples on the page.