vellicate
verbcandidate·updated Jun 3, 2026
to touch a body part lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
Framework senses
- §1
- to irritate as if by a nip, pinch, or tear
- §2
- to touch a body part lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements