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A nail is a thin tough covering that grows from the tips of the fingers and toes. (noun)
An example of a nail is what would be cared for and painted during a manicure.
A nail is a narrow piece of metal with a sharp point and usually with a flat head used for holding things together or hanging objects. (noun)
An example of a nail is what someone would hammer into the wall in order to hang a picture.
Nail means to attach or join. (verb)
An example of to nail is joining two pieces of wood together while building a table.
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