Puncture with a sharp object (5)

I believe the answer is:

prick

(Other definitions for prick that I've seen before include "Stab with a needle" , "Smart" , "Puncture" , "Pierce" , "Touch with a needle" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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