Meaning & use
stinger
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A sharp, pointed organ used by an insect or animal to inject venom, or something that has a sharp, unpleasant effect.
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The bee's stinger got caught in his skin after it stung him.
Her critique ended with a real stinger about his lack of preparation.
A note on using this word
Beyond insects, "stinger" is often used figuratively for a sharp remark, a surprising plot twist, or a strong cocktail.
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