"needle" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

The leaf of a conifer (synset 113178493)
is a type of: simple leaf - a leaf that is not divided into parts

same as: acerate leaf
A slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument (synset 103821934)
is a type of: pointer - an indicator as on a dial
A sharp pointed implement (usually steel) (synset 103821676)
is a type of: implement - instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
subtypes:
- crochet hook, crochet needle - a needle with a hook on the end; used in crocheting
- dry point - a steel needle for engraving without acid on a bare copper plate
- hypodermic needle - a hollow needle
- knitting needle - needle consisting of a slender rod with pointed ends; usually used in pairs
- packing needle - a large needle used to sew up canvas packages
- sewing needle - a needle used in sewing to pull thread through cloth
has:
- eye - a small hole or loop (as in a needle)
- point - sharp end
A stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record (synset 103930040)
is a type of: stylus - a sharp pointed device attached to the cartridge of a record player

same as: phonograph needle

Verb

Annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism (synset 200853413)
"He needled her with his sarcastic remarks"

is a type of: beset, chevvy, chevy, chivvy, chivy, harass, harry, hassle, molest, plague, provoke - annoy continually or chronically

same as: goad
Prick with a needle (synset 201333709)
referred to in: sewing, stitchery - needlework on which you are working with needle and thread

is a type of: prick, prickle - make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn