Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pincushion

noun

/ˈpɪnˌkʊʃ.ən/

Definition

A small cushion for holding pins used in sewing.

Examples

The seamstress grabbed her pincushion to store the many pins she had scattered on the table.
At the craft fair, she found a beautiful handmade pincushion crafted from colorful fabrics.
Using a pincushion makes sewing much easier, as you can quickly reach for a pin when you need one.

Meaning

A pincushion is often used by tailors and sewers to store pins and needles so that they are easily accessible while crafting garments or other fabric projects.