Needle

A needle is a slender, often pointed implement typically made of metal, used for sewing, injecting substances, or other piercing or probing actions. Needles are characterized by their sharpness and are designed to penetrate surfaces. They vary in size, shape, and purpose, ranging from fine sewing needles used with thread to large hypodermic needles used for medical injections. The term can also metaphorically describe something sharp or painful. The pointed end is the part of the needle that does the piercing action.

Needle meaning with examples

• She carefully threaded the needle with fine silk thread, preparing to mend the delicate lace on her grandmother's antique dress. The tiny eye of the needle required focused attention, ensuring the thread passed through smoothly. With each precise stitch, she carefully guided the needle through the fabric, restoring the beauty of the garment. Hours of work were spent with that needle and thread.
• The doctor prepared the hypodermic needle, explaining the injection procedure to the patient. The patient tensed slightly as they saw the needle, although the doctor explained the procedure to calm the patient. It was very important that the injection was very controlled. In moments the injection was done, and the patient was relaxing already.
• The gardener used a long, thin needle to remove air pockets from the soil around the newly planted seedlings. The needle allowed air to penetrate the soil easily. Without that, the seedlings would have died in short order. He pricked the soil several times around the plants.
• The compass needle spun, pointing towards the magnetic north, guiding the explorer through the uncharted wilderness. The magnetic needle found the correct direction in the wilderness. Although he got lost many times, the needle saved him from danger. In the wilderness he always had his trusty compass.