aiguillon — meaning in English

English meaning

• goad noun A long pointed stick used to prod animals into moving.
• stinger noun The pointed body part an insect or animal uses to sting.

Senses

aiguillon is used for these senses in English:

• goad A long, pointed stick used to prod animals.
• stinger A pointed portion of an insect or arachnid used for attack.

goad — full definition

1. noun A long pointed stick used to prod animals into moving.
2. verb To provoke or push someone into doing something, often by teasing or taunting.

stinger — full definition

1. noun The pointed body part an insect or animal uses to sting.
2. noun A cocktail made with brandy and crème de menthe.
3. noun A remark or comment that stings emotionally.

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