What does "piercing" mean?

Vocabulary Word: piercing

1. Definition (n.) piece of metal inserted through a body part (most often through the ear)

Examples I have three piercings. My ears are pierced and so it my nose.

2. Definition (adj.) a loud, high pitched sound you can hear over any other sounds

Examples The fire alarm at the building next door is so piercing that I can’t think!

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