What does tick mean?
noun, verb
A tick is a small parasitic arachnid that attaches itself to the skin of animals and humans to feed on their blood. To tick is to make a short, sharp sound, often used to indicate time or to signal the start or end of something.
Example
"The doctor checked for ticks after the hikers returned from the woods."
Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.