pin
UK/pin/US
IELTSB1
Definitions
n.
A thin, pointed piece of metal used for fastening things; a decorative brooch; a cylindrical peg used as a fastener.
大头针；别针；销钉，栓
v.
To fasten or attach something with a pin; to hold someone firmly so they cannot move.
用针别住，钉住；压住，牵制
Root Breakdown
Native Englishpinother
=pin
Common Collocations
- 1.safety pin安全别针
- 2.pin down确定／固定
- 3.rolling pin擀面杖
- 4.lapel pin翻领徽章
Example Sentences
- 1.
She used a pin to fasten the hem of her dress before sewing.
- 2.
He wore a small enamel pin on his jacket lapel.
- 3.
The engineer inserted a metal pin to lock the two components together.