nick

(noun) an impression in a surface (as made by a blow). Synonyms: dent, ding, gouge.

(noun) (British slang) a prison. Examples: "He's in the nick."

(noun) a small cut. Synonyms: notch, snick.

(verb) cut slightly, with a razor. Synonyms: snick. Examples: "The barber's knife nicked his cheek."

(verb) cut a nick into. Synonyms: chip.

(verb) divide or reset the tail muscles of. Examples: "Nick horses."

(verb) mate successfully; of livestock.