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stung

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/stΚŒΕ‹/ English

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  1. To hurt, usually by introducing poison or a sharp point, or both.β€œRight so came out an adder of a little heathbush, and it stung a knight in the foot.”
  2. (of an insect) To bite.
  3. (sometimes figurative) To hurt, to be in pain.β€œMy hand stings after knocking on the door so long.”
  4. To cause harm or pain to.β€œI thought I could park in front of the hotel, but they stung me for five pounds!”

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