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pricker

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prick·er  (prkr)
n.
1. One, such as a pricking tool, that pierces or pricks.
2. A prickle or thorn.

pricker [ˈprɪkə]
n
1. a person or thing that pricks
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Botany) US a thorn; prickle
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.pricker - a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leafpricker - a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
aculeus - a stiff sharp-pointed plant process
glochid, glochidium - a barbed spine or bristle (often tufted on cacti)
2.pricker - an awl for making small holes for brads or small screwspricker - an awl for making small holes for brads or small screws
awl - a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes


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