Vellicate Meaning

There are 2 meaning(s) for word Vellicate

Meaning 1 : irritate as if by a nip, pinch, or tear

    Example : smooth surfaces can vellicate the teeth

    Synonyms : pinch
Meaning 2 : touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements

    Synonyms : tickle,  titillate