Pronunciation

/pɪərˈsaɪz/

Definitions

Noun

1. The act of piercing, especially with a sharp object, to make a hole through something solid: She wore a pierced earring.
2. A hole or opening made by piercing: The arrow pierced the armor.
3. A piercing (usually a body modification): Many people have pierced ears or noses.

Verb

1. To make a hole or opening through something with a sharp instrument: He pierced the leather to attach the buckle.
2. To penetrate or pass through (a substance or surface): The needle pierced the fabric.
3. (figurative) To affect or touch deeply: His words pierced her heart.

Phrases

• “Pierce one’s ear” is the act of getting an ear pierced.
• “Pierced jewelry” refers to body adornments made by piercing.
• “Pierce through” implies passing completely through an object.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The scar on his hand was a reminder of the time he pierced a tree branch while climbing.”
• Verb: “She carefully pierced the balloon without popping it.”
• Verb (figurative): “His words pierced the silence of the room.”

Synonyms

-穿透 -penetrate -impale -stab -intrude 刺穿

• puncture
• perforate
• stab through