prickling

Meanings

• Adjective or Noun

  A sensation of tiny pricks or tingles on the skin, often caused by cold weather, water, or a light touch.

  - "The prickling sensation on my skin made me shiver in the cold."
  - "The prickling leaves of the rose bush signaled the arrival of spring."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with prickling
tickling , picking , sticking , pricking

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Variants

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prickle , prickled , prickles , prickling

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to pierce' or 'to prick', from Old English 'priclan' or 'pricken'.

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Trivia

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1. The prickling sensation can be caused by a variety of factors, including cold temperatures, water, and even emotional excitement.

2. The word 'prickling' is also used in the field of geology to describe the sensation felt when a mineral is struck with a hammer.

3. In some cultures, the prickling sensation is believed to be a sign of good luck or a spiritual awakening.

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Related Concepts

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1. goosebumps: A physical reaction characterized by the raising of small bumps on the skin, often accompanied by prickling.

2. pins and needles: A sensation similar to prickling, where the skin feels numb and then tingles as blood flow returns.

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Culture

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In literature, prickling is often used to describe the sensation of goosebumps or a feeling of unease or excitement. In art, it can be represented through textures or brushstrokes that evoke the sensation.

How to Memorize "prickling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the feeling of a light raindrop touching your skin, causing a tiny prickling sensation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'prickling' with the feeling of goosebumps or the sensation of a light touch.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a prickly pear cactus, with its tiny spines causing a prickling sensation when touched.

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