Pique

pek, n. A feeling of annoyance or resentment awakened by a social slight or injury; irritation; grudge; spite. — v. t. [piqued (pekt), piquing.] To excite the sensibilities of, excite to anger; excite to action by causing resentment or jealousy; to pride or value, — used reflexively. — Piquant, pe'kant or pik'ant, a. Stimulating to the tongue sharp; tart; pungent; severe. — Pi'quancy, -kan-sT, n. State or quality of being, etc. — Piqul', -ka', A figured cotton fabric used for women's i and ga children's dre goods. — Piquet', -kef, n. A game cards played between 2 persons, with only 32 cards.