PROD
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Example

Deadlines prod the team to finish the report on time.

Definition

To poke or jab with a finger or object

  • To nudge to get attention
  • To prompt or stimulate someone to act

A poke or jab

  • A nudge to get attention
  • A reminder or prompt to take action

A handheld device for goading livestock to move

  • Often an electric cattle prod delivering mild shocks

Archaic: a light crossbow, also spelled prodd