Piercing Definition

pîrsĭng
piercings
adjective
That can pierce.
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noun
A hole pierced in an earlobe, nostril, or other part of the body for the purpose of inserting a ring, stud, or other ornament.
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An ornament worn in such a hole.
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(uncountable) The action of the verb to pierce.
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verb

Present participle of pierce.

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Noun

Singular:
piercing
Plural:
piercings

Origin of Piercing

Piercing Sentence Examples

  • It was the piercing screech of a siren.

  • His piercing gaze made her feel slightly ill.

  • A light shined in her face, and she twisted, fear piercing her misery.

  • Piercing mandibles, retracted within the head-capsule.

  • The piercing was completed in Nov.

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Words Starting With

PPIPIE

Words Ending With

GNGING

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Words Starting With P and Ending With G

Starts With P & Ends With GStarts With PI & Ends With GStarts With P & Ends With NG

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8 Letter Words8 Letter Words Starting With P8 Letter Words Ending With G