The word "tingling" describes a sensation that feels like a slight prickling or stinging, often accompanied by a feeling of excitement or anticipation. It can occur in various contexts, such as a physical reaction in your body—like when your foot "falls asleep" and you experience a tingling feeling as blood flow returns—or in emotional contexts, when you're thrilled or nervous about something.
The word "tingling" originates from the Middle English word "tinglen," which is a frequentative form of "ting," meaning "to tingle." The word has roots in Old Norse "tingla," which means to ring or to sound, related to sensations of feeling.