pin

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a decorative piece of jewellery that you attach to your clothes with a sharp point.

n. an ornamental item of jewellery fastened to a garment by a hinged pin and catch.

“He wore a small silver pin on his jacket to show his support for the charity.”

“The antique pin featured a delicate floral design made of gold and small rubies, passed down through several generations.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Sports

n. one of the wooden objects that you try to knock down in a game of bowling.

n. one of the upright wooden or plastic targets used in games such as ten-pin bowling or skittles.

“He was disappointed when only one pin remained standing after his second throw.”

“The professional bowler managed to strike all ten pins with a powerful, curved delivery that hit the pocket perfectly.”

C1 · Advanced Plural noun Informal · Humorous

n. a person's legs.

n. a person's legs, typically used in a lighthearted or informal context.

“I've been standing all day and my pins are starting to ache.”

“After the long hike, he complained that his old pins weren't as sturdy as they used to be in his youth.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to attach something to something else using a pin.

v. to fasten or join objects using a pin or similar pointed device.

“She pinned the note to the fridge so her roommate would see it.”

“The researcher pinned the butterfly specimen to the display board with surgical precision, ensuring the wings were perfectly symmetrical.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to hold someone or something down so they cannot move.

v. to press or hold someone or something firmly against a surface to prevent movement.

“The fallen tree pinned the car to the ground, trapping the driver inside.”

“The wrestler managed to pin his opponent's shoulders to the mat for the required three seconds to win the match.”

B1 · Intermediate Computing

v. to fix a message or app at the top of a screen so it stays there.

v. to attach a digital item, such as a message, icon, or application, to a specific location in a user interface for easy access.

“You should pin the most important chat to the top of your messaging app.”

“The administrator decided to pin the updated safety guidelines to the company's main dashboard to ensure maximum visibility for all employees.”