Definition of Prickly

sharp to the touch, usually pointed

Examples of Prickly in a sentence

Porcupines are known for their prickly skin.  🔊

Julie’s little brother dared her to touch the prickly cactus and she learned the hard way how easily sharp spines can get stuck in her skin.  🔊

Sleeping Beauty poked her finger on the prickly end of the spindle and fell into a magical slumber.  🔊

Her mother told her to be careful of the prickly thorns on the rose.  🔊

The child giggled as the prickly grass tickled her feet.  🔊

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