English dictionary

prod

/pr/A/d/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

noun.communication

Examples
The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves.

Synonyms goad goading prodding spur spurring urging

Source: WordNet 3.0
a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion

noun.artifact

Synonyms goad

Source: WordNet 3.0
A pointed instrument for pricking or puncturing, as a goad, an awl, a skewer, etc.

noun

Source: webster1913

to push against gently

verb.contact

Synonyms nudge poke at

Source: WordNet 3.0
urge on; cause to act

verb.contact

Synonyms egg on incite

Source: WordNet 3.0
poke or thrust abruptly

verb.contact

Synonyms dig jab poke stab

Source: WordNet 3.0
To thrust some pointed instrument into; to prick with something sharp; as, to prod a soldier with a bayonet; to prod oxen; hence, to goad, to incite, to worry; as, to prod a student.

verb

Source: webster1913