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tick

🇬🇧 UK/tik/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A small parasitic arachnid that feeds on blood; a light clicking sound; a checkmark.

蜱虫；滴答声；勾号

v.

To make a repeated clicking sound; to mark with a checkmark; to function or operate.

滴答作响；打勾；运转

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
tickother
=tick

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    A tick crawled on the dog's fur during the hike.

  • 2.

    The clock made a steady tick sound all night.

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