Definition of Needle
Needle
need·le
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A small, thin, pointed instrument used for sewing or piercing.
e.g. She carefully threaded the needle to repair the torn fabric.
(verb)
to pierce something, as if with a needle;
e.g. Sawdust needled his eyes as he was cutting the wood plank.
(verb)
to annoy or provoke someone by persistent questioning;
e.g. The reporters and paparazzi needled the celebrity about the news of his divorce.
Translate this Word
Select a language from the dropdown and click "Translate Now" to see this word in your preferred language.
Similar Words
Opposite Words
Related Words
Comments
