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Meaning ofstingin English

sting

us//stɪŋ//uk//stɪŋ//

Pluralstings
Past Tensestung
Past Participlestung
Third Person Singularstings

Definitions

Noun
1. a puncture from an insect's attack; venom injection
2. a pointed part used for attack
3. the act of stinging; a inflicted wound
  The bee's sting caused a painful swelling.
4. a painful or harmful aspect; consequence
  The sting of failure made her more determined.
5. a police operation to catch criminals
  The police organized a sting to arrest the suspects.
Verb
1. to hurt with a sharp point or poison
  The insect's venom will sting and cause a rash.
2. to puncture with a stinger
  The scorpion's tail is ready to sting its prey.
3. to cause physical or emotional pain
  The harsh criticism will sting her pride and confidence.
4. to inflict emotional hurt or distress
  Her thoughtless comment will sting his feelings.

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