adj
Uncommon
pierced
peerst
Pierced (adj) means Punctured or perforated, or having a body piercing. Example: “She has pierced ears and a pierced nose.”
adj
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Punctured or perforated, or having a body piercing.
"She has pierced ears and a pierced nose."
How to use pierced
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribing something that has been punctured, or a person with a body piercing.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more pierced
- Superlative
- most pierced
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Frequently asked questions
What does “pierced” mean?
The word “pierced” means punctured or perforated, or having a body piercing. In plain terms, describing something that has been punctured, or a person with a body piercing.
How do you pronounce “pierced”?
“Pierced” is pronounced peerst (/pɪɹst/ in IPA).
How do you use “pierced” in a sentence?
Here is “pierced” used in a sentence: “She has pierced ears and a pierced nose.”
What part of speech is “pierced”?
“Pierced” is an adjective.
Is “pierced” a common word?
“Pierced” is an uncommon word in modern English.
