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tickler

/tɪklər/ noun · British & US
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What does tickler mean?

noun

A device or tool used to gently pull or lift something, or a person or thing that teases or flatters someone in a playful way.

Example

"The mechanic used a tickler to loosen the stuck part."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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