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sting

nounmasculinegeneral useuncommon/fɨˈʁɐ̃w̃/fer·rão

Definition

1

A sharp, pointed organ, especially that of insects such as bees and wasps, used for stinging.

Usage examples

The bee left its sting embedded in the skin.
The wasp's sting is very painful.

Synonyms

Common combinations

bee stingwasp stingvenomous sting