Stinging

/ˈstɪŋɪŋ/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Stinging

verb

  1. To hurt, usually by introducing poison or a sharp point, or both.

    "Right so came out an adder of a little heathbush, and it stung a knight in the foot."

  2. (of an insect) To bite.
  3. (sometimes figurative) To hurt, to be in pain.

    "My hand stings after knocking on the door so long."

  4. To cause harm or pain to.

    "I thought I could park in front of the hotel, but they stung me for five pounds!"

noun

  1. The act by which someone receives a sting.

    "stingings of remorse"

adjective

  1. Having the capacity to sting.

    "stinging nettles"

  2. Precise and hurtful

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