pierce in Latin
pierce in Latin is transigō — pierce means to make a hole through something, usually with something sharp.
pierce in Latin
transigō
(transitive) To puncture; to break through.
What does "pierce" mean?
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verb To make a hole through something, usually with something sharp.
"Be careful not to pierce the tin with the knife while opening it."
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verb To affect someone deeply or reach the heart of a matter.
"A sudden wave of guilt pierced him as he read her letter."
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pierce in a sentence
- Be careful not to pierce the tin with the knife while opening it.
- The needle pierced her skin for the earring.
- A sudden wave of guilt pierced him as he read her letter.
- The speaker's honest question pierced the vagueness and exposed the real problem.
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What is "pierce" in Latin?
"pierce" in Latin is transigō. pierce means: To make a hole through something, usually with something sharp.
How do you use "pierce" in a sentence?
Example: "Be careful not to pierce the tin with the knife while opening it." In Latin, "pierce" is transigō.
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