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| stinger [ stíngər ] (plural stingers) |
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1. something stinging: something that stings, especially a hurtful or critical comment
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2. Australia zoology stinging animal or plant: an animal or plant that stings, especially the box jellyfish
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3. North America zoology
Same as stingn (sense 2)
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4. sharp blow: a sharp blow or slap that causes a smarting pain
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informal
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5. US crime police undercover officer: a law enforcement officer who is taking part in an undercover operation
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informal
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| [Mid-16th century. <sting] |
