B2nounhealthemotions
US/prɪk/
UK/prɪk/
a small sharp pain, or a tiny hole made by a pointed object
In context
You will feel a small prick when the nurse gives you the injection.
A prick of guilt made her call her mother that evening.
The prick of the thorn drew a single drop of blood.
Words that go with prick
noun + preposition
- a prick of conscienceHe felt a prick of conscience after lying to her.
- a prick of guiltShe felt a prick of guilt as she left early.
- prick of the needleHe flinched at the prick of the needle.
verb + noun
- feel a prickYou might feel a prick on your arm.
adjective + noun
- a small prickThere is only a small prick, then it is over.
noun + noun
- needle prickA needle prick is nothing to worry about.