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pierced

The correct spelling is pierced.

How to pronounce pierced

/pɪəst/
verb

IPA: /pɪəst/

Say it like: Pee-rse-d

The correct spelling is pierced. To puncture; to break through For example: "The diver pierced the surface of the water with scarcely a splash."

Usage Examples

The diver pierced the surface of the water with scarcely a splash.

Can you believe he pierced his tongue?

A scream pierced the silence.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To puncture; to break through
  2. 2.To create a hole in the skin for the purpose of inserting jewelry
  3. 3.To break or interrupt abruptly
  4. 4.To get to the heart or crux of (a matter).
  5. 5.To penetrate; to affect deeply.

adjective

  1. 1.Cut through; perforated.
  2. 2.Having one or more body piercings.

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