pinch (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /pɪntʃ/

Definition

Grip a small amount of skin or flesh tightly between the thumb and forefinger.

Examples

• The toddler began to pinch his sister during the long car ride.

• I had to pinch the bridge of my nose to relieve the tension of my headache.

• The crab tried to pinch my toe while I was wading in the shallow water.

How to Use pinch

pinch someone (collocation)

to cause pain by squeezing someone's skin — "Stop pinching your brother."

pinch something from someone (collocation)

to steal something small — "He pinched a cookie from the jar."

Synonyms of pinch

Words with a similar meaning to pinch:

• squeeze
• nip
• clinch
• constrict

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