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prickly
adjective prick·ly \ˈpri-k(ə-)lē\
: having many sharp points
: caused or seeming to be caused by something that has many small, sharp points
: causing a prickly feeling on your skin
prick·li·erprick·li·est
Full Definition of PRICKLY
1
: full of or covered with prickles; especially : distinguished from related kinds by the presence of prickles
3
a : troublesome, vexatious <prickly issues> b : easily irritated <had a prickly disposition>
— prick·li·ness noun
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First Known Use of PRICKLY
1578
Related to PRICKLY
- Synonyms
- irritating, itchy, scratchy
PRICKLY Defined for Kids
prickly
adjective prick·ly \ˈpri-klē\
prick·li·erprick·li·est
Definition of PRICKLY for Kids
1
: having small sharp points <a prickly cactus>
2
: having or causing slight stinging pain <a prickly sensation> <prickly cold>
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