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nettling

The correct spelling is nettling.

How to pronounce nettling

verb

Say it like: Net-tli-ng

The correct spelling is nettling. 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.

noun

  1. 1.(ropemaking) A process, resembling splicing, by which two ropes are joined so as to form one rope.
  2. 2.The process of tying together the ends of yarns in pairs, to prevent tangling.
  3. 3.The process of stinging somebody with nettles.

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