Dictionary Check: prod

"prod" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

noun

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

Example: "the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"
noun

a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion

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verb

to push against gently

Example: "She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant"
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verb

urge on; cause to act

Example: "The other children egged the boy on, but he did not want to throw the stone through the window"
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verb

poke or thrust abruptly

Example: "he jabbed his finger into her ribs"
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