pricker
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prick·er
(prĭk′ər)n.
1. One, such as a pricking tool, that pierces or pricks.
2. A prickle or thorn.
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pricker
(ˈprɪkə)n
1. a person or thing that pricks
2. (Botany) US a thorn; prickle
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Noun | 1. | ![]() aculeus - a stiff sharp-pointed plant process glochid, glochidium - a barbed spine or bristle (often tufted on cacti) |
2. | ![]() awl - a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes |
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