Something used to goad or push someone to act.
A stick designed to goad cows, steers, and similar animals in order to prompt them to move in a desired direction, now usually electrified to administer a stimulating shock to the animal.
To goad or push someone to act.
A pushing or goading toward action.
An activity causing excitement or pleasure; the act of stimulating.
Any action or condition that creates a response; sensory input.