verbπShareTo make a clicking noise similar to the movement of the hands in an analog clock."The old grandfather clock in the hallway ticked loudly every second. "soundtimemachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make a tick or checkmark."The teacher ticked off each student's name on the attendance list. "markwritingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo work or operate, especially mechanically."He took the computer apart to see how it ticked."machinetechnicaltechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo strike gently; to pat."She gently ticked the baby's back to help him burp. "actionbodyhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo add a bird to a list of birds that have been seen (or heard)."After finally spotting the elusive Scarlet Tanager in the forest, Maria excitedly ticked it on her birdwatching list. "birdsportnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo go on trust, or credit."The shopkeeper ticked groceries to Mrs. Evans until payday because he knew she always paid her debts. "businesseconomycommercefinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo give tick; to trust."The shopkeeper ticked him for the groceries until payday. "attitudevaluemoralcharacterhumanmindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareTicked off; annoyed."She was really ticked after waiting in line for an hour only to find out the store was closed. "attitudeemotionmindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading