Definition of "pique"
noun:
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A feeling of enmity between two entities; ill-feeling, animosity; a transient feeling of wounded pride.
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A feeling of irritation or resentment, awakened by a social slight or injury; offence, especially taken in an emotional sense with little thought or consideration.
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In piquet, the right of the elder hand to count thirty in hand, or to play before the adversary counts one.
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A chigger or jigger, Tunga penetrans.
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A durable ribbed fabric made from cotton, rayon, or silk.
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verb:
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To wound the pride of; to sting; to nettle; to irritate; to fret; to excite to anger.
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To take pride in; to pride oneself on.
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To excite (someone) to action by causing resentment or jealousy; to stimulate (a feeling, emotion); to offend by slighting.
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