Associations to the word «Pinprick»

Wiktionary

PINPRICK, noun. An insignificant puncture made by a pin or similar point.
PINPRICK, noun. A mildly annoying wound or damage.
PINPRICK, verb. (transitive) To produce a jabbing sensation like a pinprick.

Dictionary definition

PINPRICK, noun. A minor annoyance.
PINPRICK, noun. Small puncture (as if made by a pin).

Wise words

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