PINCHING Meaning and
Definition
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Pinching is a verb that refers to the action of gripping or compressing something between one's fingers, most commonly done using the thumb and one or more fingers of the hand. It involves applying pressure in order to hold, squeeze, or nip something. The term can also be used figuratively to denote the act of stealing or taking something without permission or unlawfully, often secretly or stealthily.
In a physical sense, pinching often serves as a method of grasping or manipulating objects. It can be used to pick up small items, such as a coin, by squeezing it between thumb and finger. Pinching may be employed to express affection or playful behavior, as in "pinching someone's cheeks". Additionally, it can be a casual gesture used to indicate contempt or frustration, such as "pinching the bridge of one's nose" when feeling exasperated.
When referring to theft or unlawfully taking something, pinching describes an act done surreptitiously or discreetly. This definition is often used colloquially, particularly in British English. For example, someone might say "the thieves were caught pinching wallets from unsuspecting tourists". In this context, pinching implies stealing or misappropriating objects or goods without the owner's knowledge or consent.
Overall, pinching is a versatile term that can describe a range of actions, from innocently holding or manipulating objects to committing acts of theft or pilfering.
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• Acting as a pincer; nipping; causing pain or distress.
• The act of pinching, squeezing, or pressing.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of PINCHING
The word "pinching" has its roots in the Old English word "pincan", which means "to pinch". The Old English word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "pinkaną" and the Proto-Indo-European root "*penk-" or "*pek-" which signifies "to prick", "to stab", or "to nip". Over time, the term "pinch" developed to refer to the act of grasping or squeezing something tightly between one's fingers or any other sharp or narrow object.
Conjugate verb Pinching
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