stinger

ˈstɪŋ.ə(ɹ)

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#1·5h ago

A pointed portion of an insect or arachnid used for attack.

Origin: From . Both figurative and literal senses appeared in the 16th century. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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#2·5h ago

Anything that is used to sting, as a means of attack.

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#3·5h ago

Anything, such as an insult, that stings mentally or psychologically.

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