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      prodder
      noun
      a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
      a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
      verb
      poke or thrust abruptly
      urge on
      to push against gently
      Roots
      prodprod- · English · to poke, jabere-er · Old English · agent, one who does
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