piercer
The English word “piercer” has 4 meanings listed here.
noun
- An instrument that pierces or perforates, such as a stiletto.
- A person who pierces, especially one who carries out body piercing.
- The ovipositor, or sting, of an insect.
- Any insect provided with an ovipositor.
Etymology
From pierce + -er.
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