pistin — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
pistin is used for these senses in English:
- bayonet (military) A blade mounted to the end of a long gun, originally with a handle inserted into the bore, now usually attached underbarrel.
- 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.
- stinger A pointed portion of an insect or arachnid used for attack.
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.
stinger — full definition
- noun The pointed body part an insect or animal uses to sting.
- noun A cocktail made with brandy and crème de menthe.
- noun A remark or comment that stings emotionally.