piercer

English

Etymology

From pierce +‎ -er.

Noun

piercer (plural piercers)

  1. An instrument that pierces or perforates, such as a stiletto or piercel.
  2. A person who pierces, especially one who carries out body piercing.
    • 2024, David Golinkin, “Is Body Piercing Permitted According To Jewish Law”, in Responsa in a Moment, volume 4, page 193:
      The piercer must wash his/her hands and put on a fresh pair of surgical gloves for each procedure.
  3. (zoology) The ovipositor, or sting, of an insect.
  4. (zoology) Any insect provided with an ovipositor.

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