Word Meaning

prickle definition and meaning

n. A little prick; a small, sharp point; a fine, sharp process or projection, as from the skin of an animal, the bark of a plant, etc.; a spine.
n. A kind of willow basket; -- a term still used in some branches of trade.
n. A sieve of filberts, -- about fifty pounds.
v. t. To prick slightly, as with prickles, or fine, sharp points.

Crossword clues for prickle

- Make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn
- Thorn-like point