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Raretickled
The correct spelling is tickled.
How to pronounce tickled
verb
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The correct spelling is tickled. To touch repeatedly or stroke delicately in a manner which causes laughter, pleasure and twitching. For example: "He tickled Nancy's tummy, and she started to giggle."
Usage Examples
“He tickled Nancy's tummy, and she started to giggle.”
“A stranger tickled Nancy's tummy, causing her to scream in fear.”
“My nose tickles, and I'm going to sneeze!”
Definition
verb
- 1.To touch repeatedly or stroke delicately in a manner which causes laughter, pleasure and twitching.
- 2.To unexpectedly touch or stroke delicately in a manner which causes displeasure or withdrawal.
- 3.(of a body part) To feel as if the body part in question is being tickled.
- 4.To appeal to someone's taste, curiosity etc.
- 5.To cause delight or amusement in.
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