pierce
Pronunciation:
/pɪəs//pɪɹs/verb
Definitions
To puncture; to break through
Example: The diver pierced the surface of the water with scarcely a splash.
To create a hole in the skin for the purpose of inserting jewelry
Example: Can you believe he pierced his tongue?
To break or interrupt abruptly
Example: A scream pierced the silence.
To get to the heart or crux of (a matter).
Example: to pierce a mystery