Pierce

usgb/pɪrs/
verb

To make a hole or cut in something.

She pierced the paper with her pencil.
Visual representation of "pierce" - to make a hole or cut in something

Often appears as...

  • pierce the skin
  • pierce the veil
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Physical Action

Used when describing the action of creating a hole in a material object.

Illustration for Physical Action
The jeweler pierced a hole in the metal.
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Intentional Act

Implies the act was done with purpose, often for inserting something.

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He pierced his ear to wear an earring.
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