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Word: Pinpricking
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
early 18th century; earliest use found in John Stevens (c1662–1726), translator and antiquary. From pin + pricking
Definition:
A pinprick; the action of pricking with a pin.
Definition:
A minor misfortune or irritation; petty and persistent goading or criticism.
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