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piercing
'piercing' - used as an adjective
Synonyms for 'piercing'
1. having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
2. having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones
piercing screams
3. as physically painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
piercing knifelike pains
piercing cold
piercing criticism
4. suitable for cutting or piercing
the piercing needle
5. loud and sharp
the piercing shriek of sirens
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The world record for the number of body piercings on one individual is 702, which is held by Canadian Brent Moffat.