What is the meaning of prickle?

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noun

A small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf.
- synonyms: spine, thorn, pricker, sticker, spikelet

verb

Cause a prickling sensation.
- synonyms: prick
Cause a stinging or tingling sensation.
- synonyms: tingle
Make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn.
- usage: "The nurse pricked my finger to get a small blood sample"
- synonyms: prick

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