styngyng

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Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From stingen +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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styngyng (plural stynginges)

  1. A stinging; the process where an insect uses its stinger.
  2. A sting; the pain caused by a stinging or similar pain.
  3. (rare) Incitement; encouragement.

Descendants

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  • English: stinging

References

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