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alfinetada
nounfemininegeneral useuncommon/ɐlfinɨˈtaðɐ/al·fi·ne·ta·da
Definition
1The act of pricking with a pin. Figuratively, a sharp or ironic remark intended to hurt or provoke.
Usage examples
“While sewing the button, she gave herself a pinprick.”
“During the argument, he didn't hold back on the barbs against his colleague.”
Common combinations
to give a pinprickto throw a barb