Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tick
Noun
/tɪk/
Definition
A small bloodsucking arachnid that attaches to the skin of animals and humans to feed on blood.
Examples
- The tick latched onto the dog after it ran through the grass.
- I heard the tick of the clock in the silent room.
- Don’t forget to tick the box to confirm your choice.
Meaning
The term ‘tick’ can refer to either the arachnid itself or to a sound made by a clock, among other meanings depending on the context.
Synonyms
- checkmark
- mark
- parasitic mite
- item
