Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pin
noun
/pɪn/
Definition
A small, slender piece of metal or plastic that is used to fasten or secure items together.
Examples
- She used a safety pin to hold the fabric together.
- The map was secured to the board with a pin.
- He decorated the lapel of his jacket with a colorful enamel pin.
Meaning
In a general sense, a pin refers to an object used for holding things in place, often through puncturing or fastening.
Synonyms
- fastener
- clip
- spike
- tack
