Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pinprick

noun

/ˈpɪnˌprɪk/

Definition

A small puncture or hole made by a sharp point.

Examples

The doctor used a pinprick to draw a small amount of blood for testing.
She felt a pinprick of pain when the needle touched her skin.
To her, the criticism was just a pinprick compared to the larger issues she faced.

Meaning

The term ‘pinprick’ often refers to a tiny hole or mark caused by a sharp object, but it can also describe something minor or insignificant, especially in the context of annoyance or discomfort.