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Dictionary definition for: Goad

1. (n) a pointed instrument used to prod into motion

2. (v) give heart or courage to

3. (n) a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something; "the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"

4. (v) urge with or as if with a goad

5. (v) prod or urge as if with a log stick

6. (v) goad or provoke,as by constant criticism; "He needled her with his sarcastic remarks"

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