Alternative form of needle-girl

(historical) A girl or young woman who is employed doing sewing and simple embroidery.

plural of needle lace

Synonym of trypanophobia

Vachellia farnesiana, sweet acacia, huisache, native to the tropical Americas, now widespread in warm climates on all continents.

(medicine, surgery) A needle with a hole in its center.

The angle a balanced magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon, measured by the dipping needle, or compass.

fainting or similar discomfort as a result of acupuncture

(obsolete) A needle used for inserting a rowel or seton.

To cause the hand of a dial indicator to reach the highest measurement, due to reaching the maximum measurable speed, pressure, etc.