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nettled

The correct spelling is nettled.

How to pronounce nettled

verb

Say it like: Net-tle-d

The correct spelling is nettled. Of the nettle plant and similar physical causes, to sting, causing a rash in someone. For example: "The children were badly nettled after playing in the field."

Usage Examples

The children were badly nettled after playing in the field.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.Of the nettle plant and similar physical causes, to sting, causing a rash in someone.
  2. 2.To pique, irritate, vex or provoke.

adjective

  1. 1.Annoyed; offended

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