piercing
/ˈpɪəsɪŋ//ˈpɪɹsɪŋ/verb
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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
noun
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The action of the verb to pierce.
A hole made in the body so that jewellery/jewelry can be worn through it.
Example: ear piercing
An item of jewelry designed to be fitted through a piercing.
adjective
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Appearing to look deeply into; penetrating.
Example: piercing eyes
Of temperature, extremely cold so that it penetrates through clothing and shelter.
Of sound, loud and sharp; shrill.
Example: The piercing noise of the children could be heard two blocks from the elementary school.