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stinger Definition and Meaning in English (stinger definition)

noun
Synonyms:stingbarb
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Stinger definition: The pointed organ of an insect, arachnid, or other animal that is used to inject venom.

Definitions of Stinger

  1. 1noun

    The pointed organ of an insect, arachnid, or other animal that is used to inject venom.

  2. 2noun

    A remark or comment that is sharply critical or causes a strong emotional reaction.

  3. 3noun

    A cocktail typically made with brandy and crème de menthe.

Example Sentences

“The bee left its stinger in my arm.”

“His final comment was a real stinger.”

“He ordered a stinger at the bar.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensestung
present participlestinging
nounsting

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

stinger missilecollocation

A portable surface-to-air missile.

to feel the stingerexpression

To experience the painful or negative consequence of something.

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Stinger definition: The pointed organ of an insect, arachnid, or other animal that is used to inject venom.
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'Stinger' translates to 'stinger' in English. Stinger definition: The pointed organ of an insect, arachnid, or other animal that is used to inject venom.
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