Stinger: meaning, definitions and examples

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stinger

 

[ หˆstษชล‹ษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

insect anatomy

A stinger is a sharp, pointed organ found in some insects, such as bees and wasps, used for defense or to inject venom into other creatures. Stingers are usually capable of delivering a painful sting, which can cause allergic reactions in some individuals. The presence of a stinger helps these insects protect themselves from predators and threats. Different types of stingers vary in size and the potency of the venom they can deliver.

Synonyms

harpoon, prick, sting

Examples of usage

  • The bee's stinger can cause a painful reaction.
  • He was allergic to the wasp's stinger.
  • The stinger of a scorpion can be deadly.
Context #2 | Noun

equipment

In a different context, a stinger can refer to a device or piece of equipment designed to connect different components, commonly used in audio or lighting setups. This type of stinger allows for more flexible arrangements by enabling quick connections and disconnections between different parts of the system. It is an essential tool for technicians and engineers in the entertainment industry.

Synonyms

adapter, connector, link

Examples of usage

  • The sound engineer plugged in the stinger for the concert.
  • They used a stinger to connect the lights.
  • Make sure the stinger is correctly attached.

Translations

Translations of the word "stinger" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aguilhรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเค‚เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stachel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ duri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะฐะปะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผฤ…dล‚o

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dard

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aguijรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท diken

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์‹œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุจุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bodlรกk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tล•ลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bodica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stinga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั–ั€ะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒฃแƒ—แƒฎแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sancaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aguijรณn

Etymology

The word 'stinger' originates from the Middle English term 'stingere,' which is derived from the Old English 'stingan,' meaning 'to sting or pierce.' This term has its roots in the Proto-Germanic '*stingan,' which also relates to the act of piercing or pricking. The evolution of the word has retained its core meaning over time, transitioning from a general term for any piercing action to a specific reference to the anatomical structure found in certain insects. The use of 'stinger' in the context of equipment arose later, as technology developed and new terms were adopted to describe innovative tools and mechanisms used in various industries. The dual meanings reflect the versatility of language, illustrating how words can adapt to encompass both natural phenomena and man-made objects.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,176 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.