NETTLING

verb

1. Of the nettle plant and similar physical causes, to sting, causing a rash in someone.
2. To pique, irritate, vex or provoke.

noun

1. (ropemaking) A process, resembling splicing, by which two ropes are joined so as to form one rope.
2. The process of tying together the ends of yarns in pairs, to prevent tangling.
3. The process of stinging somebody with nettles.