stinging

/ˈstɪŋɪŋ/

verb

  1. 1

    To hurt, usually by introducing poison or a sharp point, or both.

    “Right so came out an adder of a little heathbush, and it stung a knight in the foot.”
  2. 2

    (of an insect) To bite.

  3. 3

    (sometimes figurative) To hurt, to be in pain.

    “My hand stings after knocking on the door so long.”
  4. 4

    To cause harm or pain to.

    “I thought I could park in front of the hotel, but they stung me for five pounds!”

noun

  1. 1

    The act by which someone receives a sting.

    “stingings of remorse”

adjective

  1. 1

    Having the capacity to sting.

    “stinging nettles”
  2. 2

    Precise and hurtful

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