vellicate

14 points English 9 letters Not in frequency data Valid in: UK dictionary

Definitions

To twitch; to cause to twitch convulsively. Convulsions, arising from something vellicating a nerve in its extremity, are not very dangerous. Arbuthnot.

To move spasmodically; to twitch; as, a nerve vellicates.

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Synonyms

irritate as if by a nip, pinch, or tear

pinch

touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laugh

tickle titillate

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

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“To twitch; to cause to twitch convulsively. Convulsions, arising from something vellicating a nerve in its extremity, are not very dangerous. Arbuthnot.” web-def

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