pin synonyms

pin

n.

  1. A device to fasten goods by piercing or clasping

    clip, catch, needle, bodkin, quill, clasp, nail; see also fastener.

    Kinds of pins include: common, safety, straight, hat, knitting, hair, clothes, bobby, toggle, cotter, push.

  2. A piece of jewelry

    tiepin, stickpin, brooch, fibula, ouch, badge, stud, sorority pin, fraternity pin, school pin; see also jewelry.

  3. A rod inserted through a prepared hole

    bolt, bar, dowel; see brace 1.

pin

v.

close, clasp, bind; see fasten 1.

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