pin Definition
- 1a thin, pointed piece of metal or wood used to fasten things together or to hold something in place
- 2a small, thin piece of metal or plastic with a pointed end, used for fastening cloth
- 3a metal or plastic object used for playing a game of pinball
Using pin: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pin" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She used a pin to attach the badge to her shirt.
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He put a pin on the map to mark the location of the city.
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I need a pin to hem this dress.
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The pinball machine was broken and needed repair.
pin Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with pin
Example
I tried to pin him down on a date for the meeting, but he was evasive.
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The police tried to pin the crime on him, but he had an alibi.
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After years of working at the company, he finally decided to pull the pin and retire.
Summary: pin in Brief
A 'pin' [pɪn] is a thin, pointed object made of metal or wood that is used to fasten things together or hold something in place. It can also refer to a small, pointed object used for fastening cloth or a metal or plastic object used for playing pinball. Phrases like 'pin down' and 'pin on' are used to force someone to make a decision or to blame someone for something, while 'pull the pin' means to quit or resign from a job or situation.
