OZDIC

pierce

UK /pɪɹs/ US /pɪɹs/
verb 5name 5noun 1

Definitions

verb

1

To 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

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

Can you believe he pierced his tongue?

3

to break or interrupt abruptly

A dreadful scream pierced the silence.

4

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

to pierce a mystery

5

To penetrate; to affect deeply.

A stab of fear pierced my heart.

pierced with grief

noun

1

A pierced earring.

name

1

A male given name from Ancient Greek, medieval variant of Piers. Modern usage may also derive from the surname.

2

A surname originating as a patronymic.

3

A number of places in the United States:

4

A number of places in the United States:

5

A number of places in the United States:

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