What is the meaning of tickle?

noun

  • A cutaneous sensation often resulting from light stroking.
  • The act of tickling.

verb

  • Touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements.
  • Feel sudden intense sensation or emotion.
    • usage: "he was thrilled by the speed and the roar of the engine"
  • Touch or stroke lightly.
    • usage: "The grass tickled her calves"
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