Standard Lemma guide
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noun
One who nettles; a vexatious or provoking individual or organization.
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noun
An irritation or provocation.
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noun
On who applies nettles to another person (as a prank, punishment, or as part of a ritual).
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noun
A plant or animal that has poisonous stinging hairs, spikes or tendrils.
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History
From nettle + -er.
