Definitions

1. noun

a small amount of something, especially money

“She couldn’t afford a pinch of coffee for her morning ritual.”

2. verb

to grip or hold something tightly between the fingers, especially to hurt or damage it

“Be careful not to pinch the wires together.”

3. verb

to reduce or restrict something, especially in amount or size

“The economic pinch forced many businesses to downsize.”

4. verb

to feel or experience a sharp pain or discomfort

“The cold air pinched my nose.”

5. interjection

an expression of pain or surprise

“Ouch, it pinched!”