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prick vs stab

stab vs prick

prick and stab both are nouns.

prick and stab both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
prick Yes No Yes No
stab Yes No Yes No
As verbs, stab is a hypernym of prick; that is, stab is a word with a broader meaning than prick:
  • prick: stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
  • stab: stab or pierce
Other hypernyms of prick include jab.
prick (noun) stab (noun)
the act of puncturing with a small point a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
obscene terms for penis informal words for any attempt or effort
insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous a sudden sharp feeling
a depression scratched or carved into a surface
prick (verb) stab (verb)
make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn stab or pierce
deliver a sting to poke or thrust abruptly
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick use a knife on
to cause a sharp emotional pain
to stick up
cause a stinging pain
cause a prickling sensation
Difference between prick and stab

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