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pierced

/piːrd/ verb, adjective · British & US
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What does pierced mean?

verb, adjective

Past tense of 'pierce', to make a hole in something, or to be pierced, having a hole or opening. To be deeply affected or hurt emotionally.

Example

"She was pierced by the pain of losing her loved one."

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