noun
- a small sharp pointed part on a plant, especially on the stem or leaves
- a tingling or stinging sensation on the skin
verb
- to cause or feel a tingling or stinging sensation
Examples
- The rose bush was covered in sharp prickles.
- I felt a prickle of fear when I heard the strange noise.
- The wool sweater made my skin prickle.
- Cactus prickles can be very painful if you touch them.
- A prickle of excitement ran down her spine.
- The cold air made his arms prickle with goosebumps.
- Be careful of the prickles on that blackberry bush.