Pinch

usgb/pɪntʃ/
verb

To press the skin or other soft part of the body between fingers in a way that causes slight pain.

He pinched my arm and it really hurt!
Visual representation of "pinch" - To press the skin or other soft part of the body between fingers in a way that causes slight pain.

Often appears as...

  • pinch someone's cheek
  • pinch oneself
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Visual representation of "pinch"
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Physical Interaction

Used when someone lightly hurts another, often playfully or to get attention.

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She pinched him to stop his snoring.
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Not Serious Hurt

The pain caused is minor and temporary, not meant to cause real harm.

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Don't cry, it was just a little pinch!
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Metaphorical Use

Can express a small degree of emotional hurt or discomfort.

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His sharp words pinched her heart.
Visual representation of the word "Pinch"

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