Pier"cer (?), n.

1.

One who, or that which, pierces or perforates; specifically:

  1. An instrument used in forming eyelets; a stiletto.
  2. A piercel.

2. Zool.

  1. The ovipositor, or sting, of an insect.
  2. An insect provided with an ovipositor.

 

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