pin — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
pin is used for these senses in English:
- bayonet (engineering) A pin which plays in and out of holes made to receive it, and which thus serves to engage or disengage parts of the machinery.
- pin A needle without an eye (usually) made of drawn-out steel wire with one end sharpened and the other flattened or rounded into a head, used for fastening.
- pin (US) A simple accessory that can be attached to clothing with a pin or fastener, often round and bearing a design, logo or message, and used for decoration, identification or to show political affiliation, etc.
bayonet — full definition
- noun A blade attached to the muzzle end of a rifle, used for close combat.
- verb To stab someone with a bayonet.
pin — full definition
- noun A short, thin, pointed piece of metal used to fasten things together, such as fabric.
- noun A small decorative badge attached to clothing with a fastener.
- verb To fasten something with a pin, or to hold something firmly in place.
- verb To attach a digital item, such as a message or app, so it stays visible or easily accessible.