piercer en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English pierce Proto-Indo-European *-yósder. Proto-Italic *-āzios Latin -āriusnom. Latin -āriusbor. Proto-Germanic *-ārijaz Proto-West Germanic *-ārī Old English -ere Middle English -ere English -er English piercer From pierce + -er.
Meanings
- An instrument that pierces or perforates, such as a stiletto.
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A person who pierces, especially one who carries out body piercing.
The piercer must wash his/her hands and put on a fresh pair of surgical gloves for each procedure.
2024, David Golinkin, “Is Body Piercing Permitted According To Jewish Law”, in Responsa in a Moment, volume 4, page 193:
- The ovipositor, or sting, of an insect.
- Any insect provided with an ovipositor.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| piercers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |