Pierce

Verb

Definitionen

1.VerbTo puncture; to break through.

"The diver pierced the surface of the water with scarcely a splash.; to pierce the enemy's line; a shot pierced the ship"

2.VerbTo create a hole in the skin for the purpose of inserting jewelry.

"Can you believe he pierced his tongue?"

3.Verbto break or interrupt abruptly

"A dreadful scream pierced the silence."

4.VerbTo get to the heart or crux of (a matter).

"to pierce a mystery"

5.VerbTo penetrate; to affect deeply.

"A stab of fear pierced my heart."

6.NounA pierced earring.

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