pricking

(noun) the act of puncturing with a small point. Synonyms: prick. Example: "He gave the balloon a small prick."

(verb) make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn. Synonyms: prickle, prick. Example: "The nurse pricked my finger to get a small blood sample."

(verb) cause a stinging pain. Synonyms: prick, sting, twinge. Example: "The needle pricked his skin."

(verb) raise. Synonyms: prick up, prick, cock up. Example: "The dog pricked up his ears."

(verb) stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick. Synonyms: goad, prick.

(verb) cause a prickling sensation. Synonyms: prickle, prick.

(verb) to cause a sharp emotional pain. Synonyms: prick. Example: "The thought of her unhappiness pricked his conscience."

(verb) deliver a sting to. Synonyms: sting, bite, prick. Example: "A bee stung my arm yesterday."