piercer

English

Etymology

From pierce +‎ -er.

Noun

piercer (plural piercers)

1. An instrument that pierces or perforates, such as a stiletto or piercel.
2. A person who pierces, especially one who carries out body piercing.
3. (zoology) The ovipositor, or sting, of an insect.
4. (zoology) Any insect provided with an ovipositor.

Anagrams

• crêpier, reprice