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Meaning of pinched

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pinched

verb

Definitions

  1. To squeeze a small amount of a person's skin and flesh, making it hurt.

    Example: The children were scolded for pinching each other.

  2. To squeeze between the thumb and forefinger.

  3. To squeeze between two objects.

  4. To steal, usually something inconsequential.

    Example: Someone has pinched my handkerchief!

adjective

Definitions

  1. Very thin, as if drawn together

  2. (of a person or their face) Tense and pale from cold, worry, or hunger.

  3. Financially hurt or damaged.

  4. Compressed