pin

[pɪn]

pin Definition

• 1. a thin, pointed piece of metal or wood used to fasten things together or to hold something in place
• 2. a small, thin piece of metal or plastic with a pointed end, used for fastening cloth
• 3. a 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.

• Example

  He put a pin on the map to mark the location of the city.

• Example

  I need a pin to hem this dress.

• Example

  The pinball machine was broken and needed repair.

pin Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pin

• needle
• tack
• fastener
• clasp
• brooch

Phrases with pin

• pin down

  to force someone to make a decision or give a clear answer about something

  Example

  I tried to pin him down on a date for the meeting, but he was evasive.

• pin on

  to blame someone for something

  Example

  The police tried to pin the crime on him, but he had an alibi.

• pull the pin

  to quit or resign from a job or situation

  Example

  After years of working at the company, he finally decided to pull the pin and retire.

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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.