needling

UK
/ˈniː.dlɪŋ/
US
/ˈni.dlɪŋ/
needlingnoun
needlings
pl
Traduzioni
The needling of the fabric was done carefully to avoid any damage.
La piqûre du tissu a été réalisée avec soin pour éviter tout dommage.
His constant needling about her work habits eventually got on her nerves.
Sa taquinerie constante au sujet de ses habitudes de travail a fini par l’énerver.
Definizioni
The act of pricking or piercing with a needle.
The needling of the fabric was done carefully to avoid any damage.
A form of teasing or provoking someone in a subtle or persistent manner.
His constant needling about her work habits eventually got on her nerves.
needlinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈniːd.lɪŋ/
US
/ˈniːd.lɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe sensations or persistent teasing.
Traduzioni
piquantSens physique : qui provoque une sensation de piqûre ou de picotement.
She complained of a needling pain in her shoulder.
Elle s’est plainte d’une douleur piquante à l’épaule.
taquinSens figuré : qui provoque de manière répétée et subtile.
His needling remarks made the meeting uncomfortable.
Ses remarques taquines ont rendu la réunion malaisante.
Definizioni
Causing a sharp, pricking sensation similar to that produced by needles.
She complained of a needling pain in her shoulder.
Persistently teasing or provoking in a subtle manner.
His needling remarks made the meeting uncomfortable.
needlenoun
Definizioni
A small, slender, pointed metal tool used for sewing, typically with an eye for thread at one end.
She threaded the needle carefully before starting to sew the button back onto her shirt.
A thin, pointed instrument used in medical procedures to inject substances into the body or extract fluids.
The nurse used a needle to administer the vaccine to the patient.
A sharp, pointed leaf of a coniferous tree, such as a pine or fir.
The forest floor was covered with a thick layer of pine needles.
A stylus used to play records on a turntable, also known as a phonograph needle.
He carefully placed the needle on the record to listen to his favorite album.
A pointed instrument used in acupuncture to stimulate specific points on the body.
The acupuncturist inserted a needle into the patient's back to relieve pain.
A slender magnetized pointer in a compass that indicates the direction of magnetic north.
The compass needle swung quickly to point north as the hikers checked their bearings.
needleverb

needling

Gerund

needled
Past Simple
needled
Past Participle
needling
Gerund
UK
/ˈniː.dl̩/
US
/ˈni.dl̩/
Traduzioni
taquinerSens familier ou soutenu selon le contexte.
She needled him about his lack of punctuality until he finally snapped.
Elle l’a taquiné au sujet de son manque de ponctualité jusqu’à ce qu’il finisse par exploser.
She needled the fabric with precision to create an intricate design.
Elle a piqué le tissu avec précision pour créer un motif complexe.
Definizioni
To provoke or annoy someone, especially by persistent criticism or questioning.
She needled him about his lack of punctuality until he finally snapped.
To sew or pierce with or as if with a needle.
She needled the fabric with precision to create an intricate design.
needlegerund / present participle

needling

Traduzioni
taquinEn parlant de propos ou d’attitude insistants et agaçants.
Her needling comments during the meeting made everyone uneasy.
Ses remarques taquines pendant la réunion ont mis tout le monde mal à l’aise.
Definizioni
Persistently provoking or irritating; characterized by continual teasing or prodding.
Her needling comments during the meeting made everyone uneasy.
needleadjective
Definizioni
Relating to or intended for hypodermic needles or injections.
Local authorities have launched a needle exchange program to reduce the spread of disease.
needlepast participle
Definizioni
Feeling annoyed or provoked as a result of persistent teasing or criticism.
He gave her a needled look after the joke at his expense.