Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pin-in

Noun
/pɪn ɪn/
Definition
A pin-in is a situation where a garment or a piece of equipment is secured or held in place using a pin.
Examples
  • Before sewing the hem, she decided to make a pin-in to check the length.
  • He used a pin-in method to hold the fabric together while he worked on the final design.
Meaning
In fashion and design, ‘pin-in’ refers to the method of temporarily securing pieces of fabric together with pins before sewing them permanently. This technique is crucial to ensure accuracy and fit.
Synonyms
  • Temporary hold
  • Pinning
  • Fastening