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Heckle

Verb

Definitions

1.VerbTo question harshly in an attempt to find or reveal weaknesses. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
2.VerbTo insult, tease, make fun of or badger, especially during a comedy performance.
"Promise that you won't heckle me after my performance."
3.VerbTo prepare (flax) for spinning, using special combs called hackles.
4.NounAlternative form of hackle (“tool for separating flax”).
5.NounThe long shining feathers on a cock's neck.
6.NounA feather ornament in the full-dress bonnets of Highland regiments.
7.NounAn rude interruption during a show, especially a comedy performance
"The stand-up dealt well with the heckles from the crowd, replying with raucous banter to raise plenty of laughs."
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