pierced

Meanings

• Transitive verb

  To make a hole in something using a sharp object, typically for attaching an ornament or clothing accessory.

  - "He pierced his ear with an earring."
  - "The artist pierced the canvas with a needle."
  - "She pierced the fruit with a skewer."

• Intransitive verb

  To undergo the experience of being pierced, often for body modification.

  - "Many people get pierced for fun or self-expression."
  - "He decided to pierce his tongue."
  - "She regretted getting her navel pierced."

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Pronunciation

1. /pɪɹst/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pierced
persevered , revered , deferred , preferred , adhered

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Variants

List of all variants of pierced that leads to same result
pierced , pierce , piercer , piercers , pierces , piercing , pierced ears

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally meant 'to perforate' or 'to puncture'. Derived from the Old French word 'percer' or the Latin word 'perforare'.

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Trivia

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1. The oldest known piercing was discovered on a mummy from Egypt, dating back to around 2000 BC.

2. In some cultures, piercings were believed to have protective powers or to bring good luck.

3. Body piercings can be a health risk if not done properly, as they can lead to infection, scarring, or other complications.

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Related Concepts

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1. Body modification: The intentional alteration of the human body for cosmetic, social, or spiritual reasons.

2. Tattooing: The application of ink or other pigments into the dermis layer of the skin, resulting in permanent designs or markings.

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Culture

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In various cultures, piercing is used as a rite of passage, a symbol of status, or a form of self-expression. Piercing has been practiced for thousands of years and can be seen in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, India, and China.

How to Memorize "pierced"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a sharp object like a needle or a piercing gun being used to make a hole in an ear or another body part.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pierced' with the idea of making a hole or creating an opening.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'People Earn Interest Regularly, Consistently Everyday' to remember the past tense form of the verb 'pierce'.

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