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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hackled

/hæklɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does hackled mean?

verb

To make (someone) angry or annoyed, typically by teasing or provoking them. To tease or provoke someone in a playful or annoying way.

Example

"The children were hackled by their teacher for their misbehavior."

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