incision vs prick

prick vs incision

incision and prick both are nouns.

incision is not a verb while prick is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
incision	Yes	No	No	No
prick	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, incision and prick are synonyms defined as:

incision and prick: a depression scratched or carved into a surface

Other synonyms of incision include dent, scratch, slit.

incision (noun)	prick (noun)
the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation)	the act of puncturing with a small point
a depression scratched or carved into a surface	obscene terms for penis
	insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous
	a depression scratched or carved into a surface

incision (verb)	prick (verb)
	make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn
	deliver a sting to
	stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
	to cause a sharp emotional pain
	to stick up
	cause a stinging pain
	cause a prickling sensation

Difference between incision and prick

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