nick

[nɪk]

nick Definition

• 1. a small cut or notch
• 2. a prison
• 3. to steal something
• 4. to arrest someone
• 5. to be in perfect condition

Using nick: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nick" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He got a nick on his chin while shaving.

• Example

  The thief nicked the wallet from the man's pocket.

• Example

  The police nicked the suspect at the airport.

• Example

  The car is in great shape, not a single nick or scratch on it.

nick Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nick

• cut
• notch
• chip
• prison
• jail
• steal
• swipe
• arrest
• apprehend
• perfect
• flawless
• impeccable

Antonyms for nick

• smooth
• unblemished
• release
• free

Phrases with nick

• in the nick of time

  at the last possible moment; just in time to prevent disaster

  Example

  The ambulance arrived in the nick of time and saved his life.

• nick of the woods

  a particular region or neighborhood

  Example

  I'm from the same nick of the woods as you are.

• a nick on the ear

  a minor injury or harm

  Example

  It was just a nick on the ear, nothing serious.

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Summary: nick in Brief

The word 'nick' [nɪk] has multiple meanings as a noun and verb. As a noun, it refers to a small cut or notch, or a prison. As a verb, it means to steal something, to arrest someone, or to be in perfect condition. The phrase 'in the nick of time' means just in time to prevent disaster, while 'nick of the woods' refers to a particular region or neighborhood. 'Nick' can also be used to describe a minor injury or harm.