Pronunciation: /prɑd/
noun a pointed or tapered object used for poking or prodding
A1 The farmer used a prod to guide the cattle.
A2 The trainer used a prod to encourage the horse to move forward.
B1 The manager used a prod to motivate the team to meet their targets.
B2 The politician used a prod to push for reforms in the healthcare system.
C1 The CEO used a prod to drive innovation within the company.
C2 The director used a prod to push for greater diversity and inclusion in the organization.
verb to poke or jab with a pointed object
A1 She prodded the cat gently with her finger.
A2 The farmer prodded the cows to move them into the barn.
B1 The teacher prodded the students to participate in the class discussion.
B2 The coach prodded the team to give their best performance in the championship game.
C1 The detective prodded the witness for more information about the crime.
C2 The journalist prodded the politician for answers during the press conference.
formal The marketing team used a gentle prod to encourage customers to try the new product.
informal I gave him a little prod to remind him about the deadline.
slang She gave me a playful prod in the ribs to get my attention.
figurative His words were like a sharp prod, forcing me to confront my own shortcomings.
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