Associations to the word «Pricker»

Wiktionary

PRICKER, noun. One who pricks.
PRICKER, noun. A tool for pricking.
PRICKER, noun. A prickle or thorn.
PRICKER, noun. One who spurs forward; a light horseman.
PRICKER, noun. A priming wire; a priming needle, used in blasting and gunnery.
PRICKER, noun. (nautical) A small marlinespike used in sailmaking.

Dictionary definition

PRICKER, noun. A small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf.
PRICKER, noun. An awl for making small holes for brads or small screws.

Wise words

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