νύσσω nýssō

Meaning

to prick ("nudge")

In the King James Version: pierce

Derivation: apparently a primary word;

Where it is used

• Matthew 27:49 But the others said, “Leave Him alone. Let us see if Elijah comes to save Him.”
• John 19:34 Instead, one of the soldiers pierced His side with a spear, and immediately blood and water flowed out.