Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Needling.
Needling - as a noun
A slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument
A sharp pointed implement (usually steel)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
implement15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
phonograph needleNeedling - as a verb
Annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism
Example: "He needled her with his sarcastic remarks"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
goad6Prick with a needle
Example Sentences
"The needling caused discomfort in his back."
"I felt a sharp needling sensation in my arm."
"The needling of the skin is part of the tattooing process."
"Her needling remarks hurt his feelings."
"He couldn't stand her constant needling about his mistakes."
Word Game Points
Is NEEDLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, needling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NEEDLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is NEEDLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, needling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNEEDLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is NEEDLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, needling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNEEDLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
