prick
UK/prik/US
GREB2
Definitions
n.
A small hole or sharp pain caused by piercing with a pointed object
刺，扎；刺痛
v.
To pierce or puncture slightly with a sharp point, causing a stinging sensation
刺，戳，扎；使感到刺痛
Root Breakdown
Native Englishprickother
=prick
Common Collocations
- 1.needle prick针刺
- 2.prick of conscience良心上的刺痛
- 3.pin prick针眼般的小孔
- 4.[prick of pain]一阵刺痛
Example Sentences
- 1.
She felt a sharp prick when the nurse inserted the needle into her arm.
- 2.
The prick of a rose thorn drew a tiny drop of blood from his finger.
- 3.
He felt a sudden prick of conscience after lying to his friend.