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needle

noun

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Meaning

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A thin, pointed tool used for sewing or piercing, or a slender pointer on a dial or instrument.

Example Sentence

She used a needle and thread to mend the torn fabric of her coat.

Usage Note

Used for sewing clothes, crafts, and medical injections, or as a pointer on instruments like speedometers or compasses.

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