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Meaning of pinching

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pinching

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!

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of one who or that which pinches.

  2. The act of pinching off new growth.

adjective

Definitions

  1. That pinches, or causes such a sensation