Pronunciation

/pɪn/

Definitions

Noun

• A small, usually cylindrical object with a pointed end, used for fastening things together or marking a position.
• (informal) A person, especially a woman, who is considered attractive or sexually appealing.
• In games like bowling, a small ball with one pin-shaped end that is knocked over by the thrower.

Verb

• To affix or fix with a pin, often metaphorically.
• To secure or hold in place with a pin.
• To indicate or designate something as the best or most preferred choice.

Preposition

• To put or attach something with a pin, as in “pinning up a notice.”

Phrases

• “Pin something down” means to secure or fix it in place.
• “Pin a thought” is a figurative expression to remember or hold onto an idea.
• “To pin a blame” is to assign responsibility for an issue or mistake.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The tailor pinned the fabric to the pattern to check the fit.”
• Verb: “I need to pin this map to the wall so it doesn’t fall down.”
• Preposition: “She pinned her hopes on winning the competition.”

Synonyms

• Fasten
• Secure
• Attach
• Mark
• Stake
• Pinpoint
• Highlight
• Select

Antonyms

• Unpin
• Release
• Detach
• Remove