Nicked
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /nɪkt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Nicked is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of nick.
Meaning
simple past and past participle of nick.
More Meanings
- Having one or more nicks; notched.
- (UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, slang) Stolen.
- (UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, slang) Captured (by police); arrested.
Example Sentences
Get yer trousers on, you're nicked.
"Mr Punch," I said. "You're nicked."
Synonyms for nicked
Depending on context, synonyms include jagged, notchy, lifted, apprehended, busted, collared.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chip, snick, gouge, dent, cut, sliced.
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