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prickly

prick·ly

prickly

 
 
pronunciation:
prI kli
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
inflections: pricklier, prickliest
definition 1: full of small, sharp points.
Don't touch the prickly cactus.
definition 2: stinging.
I had a prickly feeling on my skin after brushing against the nettles.
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