Pique (?), n. (Zoöl.) The jigger. See Jigger.
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Pique, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Piqued (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Piquing (?).] [F. piquer. See Pike.] 1. To wound the pride of; to sting; to nettle; to irritate; to fret; to offend; to excite to anger.
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Pique her, and soothe in turn. Byron.
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2. To excite to action by causing resentment or jealousy; to stimulate; to prick; as, to pique ambition, or curiosity. Prior.
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3. To pride or value; -- used reflexively.
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Men . . . pique themselves upon their skill. Locke.
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Syn. -- To offend; displease; irritate; provoke; fret; nettle; sting; goad; stimulate.
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