prickly
/P R IH1 K L IY0/noun
- 1
Something that gives a pricking sensation; a sharp object.
adjective
- 1
Covered with sharp points.
“The prickly pear is a cactus; you have to peel it before eating it to remove the spines and the tough skin.”
- 2
Easily irritated.
“He has a prickly personality. He doesn't get along with people because he is easily set off.”
- 3
Difficult; complicated; (figuratively) hairy or thorny.
“It was a prickly situation.”
adverb
- 1
In a prickly manner.
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