Definition: a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
Main entry: urging, spur, spurring, prod, prodding, goad, goading
Definition: a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
Usage: the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves
Definition: goad or provoke,as by constant criticism
Usage: He needled her with his sarcastic remarks
Definition: stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
Main entry: goad
Definition: urge with or as if with a goad
Definition: give heart or courage to