goad

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Noun

1. A long, pointed stick used to prod animals.
2. {{lb|en|figurative}} That which goads or incites; a [[stimulus]].

Verb

1. To [[prod]] with a goad.
2. To [[encourage]] or [[stimulate]].
3. To [[incite]] or [[provoke]].

Proper noun

1. {{surname|en}}.

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